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What to Expect From Premarital Counseling in Mansfield, Texas

Melissa Plantz2025-09-23T06:24:35+00:00September 23rd, 2025|Couples Counseling, Featured, Individual Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Relationship Issues|

Whether you are getting married for the first time or the third, premarital counseling in Mansfield, Texas is beneficial for preparing you for the obstacles you may encounter. No marriage is perfect. It is the union of two imperfect people willing to love and sacrifice to be with each other through thick and thin. But sometimes, that “thin” can be challenging at best. Premarital counseling with a Christian counselor in Mansfield, Texas equips you with the knowledge and skills for conflict resolution, effective communication, and overcoming temptation. With God at the helm, you and your potential spouse can start on the journey of a successful marriage. What is premarital counseling? Premarital counseling refers to therapy sessions sought before marriage. According to the American Psychological Association, couples who seek therapy before getting married experience a 30% increase in marriage satisfaction compared to those who do not. The following are a few ways premarital counseling can help: Learn how to resolve conflict. Learn how to support each other’s dreams and goals. Ensure that you both desire the same life. Iron out issues that can lead to future heartache. Discover where you both are in your Christian journey. Christian counseling can help you begin your marriage on a firmer foundation. How Premarital Counseling in Mansfield, Texas Helps When you are in love, you may overlook differences and flaws. However, these minor pet peeves or behaviors can lead to something larger if left unchecked. These may be concerns that you have now or problems that may be exacerbated in the future. Premarital counseling attempts to arm you with knowledge and techniques to navigate the obstacles. Issues premarital counseling in Mansfield, Texas can cover: Whether you want to start a family now or in the future (or not at all). Where you want to [...]

Easing ADHD Symptoms in Adults

ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) affects roughly 15 million adults in the United States, according to the CDC. That does not count adults who have not been diagnosed. ADHD symptoms in adults are more common than we realize, yet people suffer daily at home and in the workplace because the mental condition is not often spoken about. Perhaps it is because many people consider ADHD to be a condition for “unruly” children, or that they do not understand how ADHD symptoms in adults can affect their daily life. Tips for Easing ADHD Symptoms in Adults You have work to do, family life to manage, relationships to nurture, and dreams to bring to life; you do not have time to be bogged down by ADHD symptoms as an adult. Yet, millions of Americans struggle with daily life because of the symptoms. From lack of focus to disorganization, the symptoms can disrupt your life if you don’t have a plan to minimize the effects. The following is a list of ADHD symptoms in adults and what you can do to manage them. Unfocused Probably the most well-known ADHD symptom in adults is the inability to focus and concentrate on tasks. This can affect your job if you jump from project to project and finish nothing. Relationship issues can stem from being unable to stay focused long enough to actively listen to your spouse or children. Tasks such as cooking and cleaning can seem like they take an impossible long time because you tend to bounce between other activities or get distracted easily. A structured routine can help you stay focused on tasks. You may need to set a timer for a short amount of time, like 15 or 25 minutes. For example, set the timer for 25 minutes to concentrate on a [...]

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