D'Arienzo Psychology Blog

How do you talk to your children about divorce?

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Talking to your children about divorce can be a difficult and emotionally draining conversation especially as you anticipate having this necessary conversation. However, it is important to approach it in a sensitive and age-appropriate way. Here are some general tips on how to talk to your children about divorce:

Schedule a family meeting: It’s best that both parents schedule a family meeting to talk to the children together. Having a meeting on a Friday evening or Saturday morning is best so the children can emtionally process this difficult situation and understand what the action plan is for the family prior to returning to school on Monday morning. Please note that this meeting should be one meeting of many, and this step should be repeated several times throughout the divorce process.

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Signs Someone is Cheating

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Okay, guys, he are real signs and examples that someone has been cheating straight from the psychologist’s couch. These examples have been altered slightly to protect those who exercised these behaviors, and know that I’ve (Dr. Justin D’Arienzo) heard all these examples many times from multiple patients. There are definite patterns of behavior related to infidelity that humans typically exercise.

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How Does Divorce Coaching Work?

Posted by: erica

Want to see if divorce coaching is right for you? Ms. Cynthia Salameh, attorney and certified Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator practices at D’Arienzo Psychology as a qualified parenting coordinator and divorce coach. Give us a call today at (904) 379-8094 to get started!

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Minnesota Premarital Course

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Nowhere else can you gain access to so much relationship changing information for $30 from a board certified clinical psychologist and a certificate to save $75 dollars on your Minnesota Marriage License.

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Official Twogetherintexas Premarital Course

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Save $60 on your Texas Marriage License and avoid the three day wait by taking the Official TwogetherinTexas Premarital Course for $23.97 per couple. Our course was created and designed by Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Texas Licensed Psychologist, and National Relationship Expert.

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Cues to Anger

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

There are four cues that occur in response to an anger-provoking event: physical, behavioral, emotional, and cognitive. Identifying and coping with these cues are crucial in anger management. These cues are a warning sign that prove you’ve become angry or your anger is escalating. To learn more on effective anger management strategies, take one of Dr. D’Arienzo’s online Anger Management Courses.

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Breaking the Anger Habit

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

In order to break the anger habit, you must become aware of what triggers your anger. These triggers can be events, circumstances, or behaviors that provoke you to become angry. There are two strategies for controlling your anger: immediate and preventative strategies. Dr. D’Arienzo also offers two online Anger Management Courses for more strategies and information. Click here to read more on controlling and breaking your anger!

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When Does Anger Become a Problem?

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Anger is a natural response which ranges from mild irritation to fury and rage. Prolonged and frequent feelings of anger are destructive to the body physically, mentally, and emotionally. There are numerous negative consequences and problems when you express your anger inappropriately or too intensely. Dr. D’Arienzo can help teach you to manage your anger and get control of your life. By taking one of his online Anger Management Courses, you can effectively limit and manage your episodes of anger.

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Models and Stages of Divorce

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Divorce shares very similar patters of grief when losing a loved one to death. With the help of Kubler Ross, Paul Bohannan, and Stanley Hagemeyer, a collection of divorce phases has been created to move you through the emotional processes of divorce. Though every divorce is unique, these models lead to a divorcing persons transformation from their married to new independent self. Dr. D’Arienzo, after working with thousands of divorcing and divorced individuals, is able to get you to the point of being adaptable to the single life, independent, and self-supportive. Take one of our divorce courses or high conflict courses to improve your coparenting relationship.

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The Golden Egg

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

The Golden Egg March 21, 2022 Have you ever heard of the golden egg? It must be protected at all costs. Think about nearly every romantic fairytale you’ve ever heard of, talked about or that’s been written – regardless of culture. If we drill down to the root of the story, it’s about a wealthy […]

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