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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Dr. Justin D’Arienzo Featured in GQ on Location Sharing & Relationships

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

GQ featured psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Justin D’Arienzo discussing when location sharing between partners is healthy, when it becomes surveillance, and why consent and motivation matter.

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5 Marriage Myths That Can Hurt Your Relationship

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

Psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Justin D’Arienzo breaks down five common marriage myths about conflict, compatibility, changing your spouse, sexual intimacy and what it really means to stay in love.

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Are you Devoting Enough Time to Your Marriage?

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

Work, childcare, cooking, housework, sleep. Something missing from your daily schedule? Maybe it’s your marriage. Maintaining a healthy marriage isn’t just about getting along, it’s about enjoying your time together. If you’re feeling more and more distant from your spouse, it could be time to put marriage back on the schedule. Here are some tips to help you set aside and enjoy time with your spouse.

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How Does Divorce Coaching Work?

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

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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What Is Divorce Coaching?

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

  You have tried everything you can, but your marriage has reached a level of toxicity that can no longer be handled. The questions going into the process of divorce are numerous and never ending as you start to consider it as an effective option. Divorce has the potential to be a difficult and lonely […]

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Holiday Relationship Advice: Meeting the Family & Dating Boundaries

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

Dr. Justin D’Arienzo shares practical holiday relationship advice about meeting your partner’s family, what holiday invitations may mean, respecting family traditions and setting expectations as a couple.

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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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