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Living with an Anxious Spouse By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S.,C.S., LMFT March 8, 2016   Living with an Anxious Spouse   All couples have their share of life challenges or issues throughout their relationship. However, when one spouse has been diagnosed with an Anxiety Disorder, couples face a whole new set of issues. Normal everyday […]

A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Childhood Anxiety By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT February 3, 2016   Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns for children and adults, affecting approximately 20% of children and adolescents. Children with Anxiety are often well behaved and quiet. Therefore, their Anxiety may go unnoticed by […]

Marriage Stress during the Holiday Season By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S.,C.S.,LMFT December 3, 2015 Marriage Stress during the Holiday Season The holidays are supposed to be a happy time, but many couples report that they actually end up arguing with their significant others more during the holidays. The pressures of hosting family gatherings, attending holiday parties, […]

Adult ADHD and Effects on Marriage By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S.,C.S., LMFT October 30, 2015   October is ADHD Awareness Month.  Typically, it’s not difficult to spot a child with ADHD, (especially if they are hyperactive), but adults with ADHD tend to have more subtle symptoms. This means that many adults struggling with ADHD and may […]

National Depression Screening Day October 8, 2015 By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S.,C.S.,LMFT   National Depression Screening Day Today, October 8, 2015 is National Depression Screening Day. Clinical depression is a common medical illness affecting more than 19 million American adults each year. Depression is a condition in which a person can feel discouraged, sad, hopeless, […]

Breast Cancer’s Emotional Impact October 1, 2015 By Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT   October is Breast Cancer Awarness Month.  It is important to understand the emotional impact breast cancer may have. Many women with breast cancer face significant emotional issues during and after their treatments. Anxiety, depression and fear are often evident. One […]

Reconnecting Emotionally and Physically After an Affair By Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT September 19, 2015   Reconnecting with one’s spouse both emotionally and physically after an affair is difficult but can be achieved with some dedication and hard work. Rediscovering the love for one another does not happen overnight. It takes time for […]

Rebuilding Trust after an Affair By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT September 12, 2015 Rebuilding the trust lost in a marriage after one spouse has had an affair is hard work. Trust can be rebuilt and the relationship can be better than ever if you take the time and have patience. A highly trained […]

Overcoming Infidelity in the Wake of the Ashley Madison Hack September 7, 2015 By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT   The recent breach of the Ashley Madison cheating website has affected many marriages and even allegedly led to two suicides. It has left many wondering, “Can a marriage be saved after an affair?” As […]

National Anxiety and Depression Awareness Week 2015  May 3-9, 2015 By: Staci Lee Schnell, M.S., C.S., LMFT   More than 40 million Americans suffer from Anxiety each year and over 20 million suffer from Depression. Most people feel anxious or down at times. Losing a loved one, financial difficulties, divorce, family illness or other difficult […]