Insight Behavioral Center

“It’s time to achieve the best version of yourself with Life Coaching”
Life coaching is similar to talk therapy because the focus of the session is on yourself and what is going on in your life; but unlike talk therapy, the goal of life coaching is to create an action plan to help you make the necessary changes to achieve your goals.
If something in the dynamic of your life needs to change, take the next step and reach out to us for support. You are more than ready for this!🌸
954-388-0800
www.insightbehavioralcenter.com

“It’s time to achieve the best version of yourself with Life Coaching”
Life coaching is similar to talk therapy because the focus of the session is on yourself and what is going on in your personal life; but unlike talk therapy, the goal of life coaching is to create an action plan to help you make the necessary changes to achieve your goals.
If something in the dynamic of your life needs to change, take the next step and reach out to us for support. You are more than ready for this!🌸
954-388-0800
www.insightbehavioralcenter.com

Depressive disorders affect people of all ages and from all walks of life, no matter their background. While sadness is something we all experience at some point in our lives, there are people who experience it in such an overwhelming manner that its effects can cause significant impairment on their ability to function appropriately on a daily basis.
Depressive Disorders present themselves in a variety of forms and in various stages of severity, but all of its forms cause significant level of distress.
Do I have depression?
It can be difficult to tell the difference between the usual ups and downs of life and depression in young adults. The most important thing is to realize that you’re not alone and to speak with a mental health professional is crucial. If life feels overwhelming and you feel incapable of managing emotions or behaviors don’t be afraid to reach out. We are here to help! 954-388-0800

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May the Christmas season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter!!!🎄🎄🎄🎄

How to Manage Emotional Eating
People use different coping strategies when dealing with stress and other overwhelming emotions. Some people use substances such as drugs and alcohol, some smoke ci******es, and some charge a lot of money to their credit card. And then there are those people who take comfort in their favorite foods.

Emotional eating often leads to weight gain and the development of health issues such as type two diabetes and high blood pressure. If left unchecked, emotional eating can lead to a life-long reliance on eating as a coping mechanism.

If you or someone you love is an emotional eater, becoming more mindful of eating is how you can manage your food issues. Here are some ways to become a more mindful eater:

Keep a Food Journal
Most emotional eaters are completely unaware of the kind or amount of food they eat on a daily or weekly basis. It’s important to start tracking what you consume as well as how much so you can recognize the real issue you may be having. This is not an exercise in harshly judging yourself, it’s simply so you can recognize the link between your emotions and eating habits.

For instance, you may see that Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday were pretty okay days, but Thursday was when you got yelled at while you were at work and also got a speeding ticket, and ALSO ate fast food for lunch and dinner and ate almost a gallon of ice cream. Once you see this pattern over and over, that you tend to eat on those days you are stressed, angry, sad, etc., you will be able to start making positive changes.

Make Portions
When we eat emotionally, we don’t stop to think about the amount of food we are eating, we just shove it in as quickly as possible so those carbs can start making us feel better. The next time you find yourself eating based on your emotions, try and catch yourself and meter out a fair-sized portion. For instance, don’t sit in front of the TV with an entire bag of potato chips, take out a small bowl’s worth and put the rest away.

Try Not to Eat Alone
When we are alone, we can eat with abandon. But when we eat with others, we tend to have more awareness about what and how much we put in our mouths. When your day is stressful, instead of going out to lunch by yourself, where you’re apt to hit 2-3 drive-throughs, invite some other people out. This may help you to use more self-control.

These are just a few of the ways you can begin to recognize your emotional eating and gain control over your food choices. If you would like to speak to someone about the emotions you are dealing with and learn healthier coping strategies, please be in touch. We’d be more than happy to discuss how we may be able to help, call us at 954-388-0800

What are you thankful for today?
Studies show practicing gratitude can lead to more intimate and connected relationships, less depression, more motivation and engagement, and better overall mental well-being. It can also lower your blood pressure 🩸 and improve your immune function, as well as boost your dopamine and your serotonin levels like antidepressants do!!!
What are you grateful for today?☀️🌸☀️

“Gratitude opens the door to the power, the wisdom, the creativity of the universe. You open the door through gratitude.” — Deepak Chopra

If you feel down, anxious, or upset let us help you to restore your emotional balance, give us a call at 954-388-0800 and book an appointment with one of our amazing therapists.

The Emotional Impact of Divorce on Children. Divorce creates emotional turmoil for the entire family, but for kids, divorce can be confusing, frustrating, and scary. It is important to point out that according to age the reaction and thought process may be different. Usually, young children tend to think that if parents could stop loving each other then they may stop loving them too; while school-age children often assume that they did something wrong and tend to feel guilty about the divorce. On the other hand, adolescents' emotions are usually more related to anger, they are angered by the changes that a divorce brings and they tend to take sides with one of their parents and point to the other as the culprit of the breakdown of the marriage, usually it is very difficult for them to stay neutral and often resent parents for the family disruption. Obviously every situation is unique and sometimes the divorce is a relief for a Kid.
If you are navigating a divorce, let us help you to process these emotions...954-388-0800💙

How to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce. Going through a divorce can be one of the most stressful and emotional times in a person’s life. It’s hard enough wrapping your own head around the event, but trying to break the news to your children can be especially difficult.

Many parents struggle having this conversation because they worry they may not be able to keep their emotions in check. They also wonder if shielding their kids from the ensuing pain isn’t the loving thing to do.

Though it may seem like avoiding this conversation is the right idea, it can actually be quite detrimental to your kids and, in the end, cause behavioral or emotional issues. While it will no doubt be difficult and uncomfortable, having an open and honest conversation about your divorce is the best thing to do.
Here are some guidelines:
-Have Both Parents Break the News
-Be Transparent
-Discuss Upcoming Changes
-Don’t Push Your Children for a Reaction

If you’d like to explore treatment options, please be in touch with us at 954-388-0800 and let us help you through this difficult time!

Set Healthy Boundaries!
Relationships can only be healthy when both people have the space to be themselves and maintain their personal integrity.

Hello everyone!
Those who are seeking to take any BACB exam know these exams can be particularly tough....But to have a private tutor to teach you step by step the core concepts, to clarify complex definitions, and to learn how to apply these concepts to the different scenarios can be really helpful...If you are in this situation contact me to schedule a private class as soon as possible...I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Certified Supervisor who was struggling with this "monster exam" once, just like you are now!...By the way..."I not only love ABA, I love to teach ABA"!!!
DM us or call to 954-388-0800...I speak English and Spanish.

A pinch of ABA terms by Alejandra Corujo., MS, BCBA
What is Behavior? In layman's term, behavior is anything that an organism does and can be observed and measured. Behavior can be covert (unseen) or overt (explicit). Behavior is a biological phenomenon; only biological organisms engage in behavior.

Positive Parenting Workshop. The positive parenting approach will help you to focus on positive actions and healthy communication to develop a sense of trust and self-esteem in your children 👶
Join us online on June 7th at 6pm!!!
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A pinch of ABA terms...When you begin to be close to the world of ABA, you probably think what the heck are these people saying?....Don’t feel overwhelmed, at Insight Behavioral Center we talk in your own language💖

So, what is ABA? Applied Behavior Analysis is the science of studying behavior and implementing changes to increase positive, appropriate behavior and to decrease negative, inappropriate, maladaptive behavior.

Learn parenting strategies and discipline techniques to empower your kiddos to be mentally strong. Call for details at 954-388-0800.

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The positive parenting approach will help you to focus on positive actions and healthy communication to develop a sense of trust and self-esteem in your children 👶

Positive Parenting Workshop Via Zoom - This workshop is perfect for all parents, caregivers, grandparents, teachers, nannies, and anyone else who spends a significant amount of time assisting in the development of young children. This workshop will give you a broad overview of all the parenting skills you'll need to raise a stable, well-adjusted adult. It will also assist you in determining where and why these challenges can occur, as well as how to address them....Reserve your spot at 954-430-9835

A pinch of ABA terms...When you begin to be close to the world of ABA, you probably think what the heck are these people saying?....Don’t feel overwhelmed, at Insight Behavioral Center we will talk in your own language💖

In Insight Behavioral Center we love ABA 💖
Because every child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has unique symptoms, each child should receive a treatment designed for her or his specific needs. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach based on the science of learning and behavior, it is the most widely researched and empirically validated treatment available for individuals living with autism. In ABA each treatment intervention is designed for each kiddo according to the behaviors and skills the kid needs to increase, to reduce, and/or to develop. ABA can teach to your child desired behaviors while decreasing undesirable behavior, as well as, to teach simple or complex skills, academic content, social skills, communication skills, and emotional regulation from a behavioral perspective.
The outcomes of ABA have been intensively studied over decades with successful results, this makes ABA the “gold standard” for autism treatment💖
Alejandra Corujo, MS, BCBA