by Melissa Muller | Oct 4, 2019 | Parenting, Relationships
Balancing the demands of work and family life is a universal challenge, particularly for working parents. As a mother who has navigated the complexities of raising children while pursuing a career, I understand firsthand the struggle to find equilibrium. From juggling...
by Melissa Muller | Aug 2, 2019 | Parenting, Teen Mental Health
I was recently featured in the August/September 2019 issue of St. Augustine Social Magazine, discussing the challenges of navigating teenagers and technology. Drawing on my experience as a therapist and expert, I shared insights into the effects of technology on a...
by Melissa Muller | Nov 14, 2017 | Addiction, Mental Health, Parenting
Addiction to Pornography is a real problem in this country. Although the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) does not identify this as a diagnosable issue the number of people I see in my office, presenting with the issue of not being able...
by Melissa Muller | Oct 4, 2016 | Parenting, Relationships, Teen Mental Health
I work a lot with youth and adolescents who say they are transgender. As we all know, Transgender is a big buzz word today. Sorting through what is going on with the child and his or her mental health issues is important. Families struggle with this issue. A lot of...
by Melissa Muller | Sep 1, 2015 | Marriage, Parenting, Teen Mental Health
I have spent a significant amount of time working with families who are experiencing divorce. I recently worked with two families going through the divorce process. The parents in the first family did not talk about the other parent in front of the children, worked...
by Melissa Muller | May 18, 2014 | Mental Health, Parenting, Teen Mental Health
Do you have a child who has been or is being bullied? Bullying is a very real epidemic in our society. Studies show that up to half of children are bullied at some point during their school years and more than 10% are bullied over long periods of time. On any given...