Life is full of a variety of experiences that affect our emotions, relationships, and inner thoughts. Marital stress, the death of a loved one, terminal illness, parenthood, and many other life experiences can lead to positive growth as well as pain, discomfort, and general dissatisfaction. These feelings may lead a person to seek psychotherapy, which has been proven to help many people with emotional, social, and behavioral problems. Therapy helps people to gain insight into the root causes of negative behavior patterns, ways to eliminate problem behaviors, learn to identity triggers, and manage stress. Therapy is beneficial in problem management and helps people to obtain personal growth. Psychologist Plantation Dr. Lisa Saponaro, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist who operates her private practice in Plantation, Florida. Dr. Saponaro is a Plantation psychologist that provides several forms of counseling including individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, parental planning, and psychological testing. She has had great success in helping those dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma resolution, substance abuse, family issues, child behavior, and emotional problems. She takes the time to get to know each client and understand his or her unique strengths and weakness. This understanding enables her to use appropriate techniques, which help them achieve their treatment goals. Florida Psychologist, Plantation Dr. Saponaro uses her experience and knowledge as a Plantation psychologist to provide her clients with support and useful feedback. She helps clients identify their strengths, overcome obstacles in their path, and reach their potential for personal growth. South Florida residents in search of a Florida psychologist can contact Dr. Saponaro by phone (954) 560-9567. Clients can also contact Dr. Saponaro via email at Drsaponaro@gmail.com or by clicking here. Dr. Lisa Saponaro serves Plantation (zip codes 33311, 33312, 33313, 33317, 33318) and surrounding cities of Sunrise and Davie, Florida. Her practice is located off University Drive at 120 S. University Drive, Suite A in Plantation, Florida. Understanding our strengths and weaknesses is the first step toward making meaningful changes. Take a free screening below to identify your areas of growth. Mental Health Assessment What are your stress triggers? Coping and Stress Management Skills Test

Mindfulness is about being intentionally grounded in the present moment, allowing yourself to manage one moment at a time, helping you place full attention to the here and now. Although the effects of mindfulness impact each person differently, for many, it allows them to address life stressors in a calmer, intentional way and improves their quality of life. For more information, click on the links below: The 7 Most Inspirational Mindfulness Ted Talks Psychology Today on Mindfulness Example scripts for mindfulness practice at the Center for Koru Mindfulness Our mindfulness group will teach participants mindfulness meditation techniques that can be particularly helpful in managing stress and anxiety. Group schedule and format Mindfulness group will run for 12 weeks. Groups will take place on Fridays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. First group to start on May 6th, 2016. Groups consist of a brief educational piece related to mindfulness, followed by discussion and practice of mindfulness skills. Connect with individuals who share your struggles, fears, and interests in these weekly group therapy sessions. Cost $45 each session, pay as you go $40 each session, pay for 4 sessions at a time $35 each session, pay for the full 12-session course. Contact Us Some insurance companies are accepted. Call us at (954) 577-0095 for more information about the groups.

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A study that was done by the Anxiety Disorder Resource Center found that approximately one-third of American adults have at least one anxiety or panic attack in their lifetimes. This startling data means that an anxiety disorder is the most common emotional disorder and is more common than alcohol abuse or depression. Anxiety is the unpleasant feeling of uneasiness, apprehension, fear or worry that the body naturally feels as a reaction to stress. When anxiety becomes excessive, it is perceived as uncontrollable or unavoidable by the client and interferes with functioning, this level of anxiety may be diagnosed as an anxiety disorder. The term "anxiety disorders" encompasses several clinical conditions. Some specific anxiety disorders include: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) Panic Disorder Social Phobia Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Separation Anxiety Specific Phobias Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD