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Navigating Tricky Family Dynamics
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
The holidays can be a joyful time, but they often stir up stress, old wounds, and tricky family dynamics. Use this guide to approach difficult situations with calm, confidence, and compassion—and know that support is always available if you need it.
1. Set Intentions Before the Gathering 🌟
- Reflect on Your Goals: Ask yourself, What do I hope to experience or feel during this holiday? Connection? Peace? Humor? Let this guide your actions.
- Focus on What You Can Control: You can’t change how others act, but...
Self-Compassion
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
Self-compassion is one of the most powerful tools for inner peace, but it's also one of the most challenging to cultivate, especially when our inner critic is loud. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by self-judgment or worry, this simple “Release and Reclaim” practice may help. It’s a tool I frequently use and share with clients, designed to create space for kindness toward ourselves and release what no longer serves us. Whether you’re preparing for a potentially stressful family gathering, reflecting on personal growth, or simply looking for a moment of peace, this practice offers a gentle...
moreGrief During The Holidays
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel both the warmth of celebration and the weight of loss, especially when we are grieving. For couples, navigating the holiday season while dealing with grief can be complex. There’s the desire to honor memories and also an opportunity to create meaningful experiences with the people we love today. Finding a balance between the two can be challenging, yet shared practices can help bring calm, connection, and healing. One of these practices is grounding breathwork, which can gently support both...
moreMicro-Growth!
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
Welcome to the Micro-Growth Journey!
This practice is about noticing and celebrating the small moments, actions, and shifts that contribute to lasting growth. Even the tiniest steps forward are valuable and deserve recognition. Over time, these micro-moments of growth build up, creating a powerful foundation for positive change.
How to Begin
Set aside a few quiet minutes each day—morning or evening, whatever feels right for you. With each journal entry, reflect on the prompts below and explore small ways you can gently grow, shift, or...
moreIs It Me?
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
Exploring the Parts of You That Question, Doubt, and Feel Shame: How Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Can Help
Do you ever find yourself questioning, “What’s wrong with me?” or feeling deep self-doubt, especially when things go wrong in your relationships? Whether in romantic partnerships, friendships, or even within ourselves, these feelings are more common than we might think. As a Fort Lauderdale therapist specializing in couples counseling and...
moreMoney Talks
Dr Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
Navigating Money Conversations with Compassion: How KAP Can Help
Money conversations are often more than just practical discussions—they tend to evoke a range of emotions, some of which run deep. For many of us, money represents security, control, or self-worth, shaped by our family of origin and life experiences. When these emotions collide in a relationship, money discussions can quickly turn into conflict, avoidance, or feelings of disconnect.
If you’ve ever felt that talking about money with your partner leads to tension, it’s likely because there are...
moreFamily Estrangement
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
Healing Family Estrangement with Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Family estrangement is one of the hardest things to navigate. It brings up a mix of emotions—grief, confusion, anger, regret, and loss. Whether you’ve distanced yourself from a family member or are struggling with the pain of being estranged, the feelings can be overwhelming.
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) is emerging as a powerful way to help people process these complex emotions. It goes beyond traditional talk therapy, allowing you to explore deeper layers of grief...
moreYour Patterns
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
🌿 What if the key to a better relationship lies in understanding your own patterns? 🔑
In my work as a marriage and family therapist, I’ve had the privilege of helping so many couples. What I’ve learned is that real, lasting change doesn’t come from waiting for your partner to change, but from taking a gentle look at your own patterns.
✨ Do you find yourself stuck in the same conversations or arguments?
✨ Are you noticing familiar feelings or triggers coming up over and over again?
It’s so normal to get caught in...
moreEmbracing Change
Dr. Corinne Scholtz
Fall is a season of transition—a time when nature shows us the beauty of change. Just as trees shed their leaves to prepare for renewal, we, too, can use this time to let go of old patterns and embrace new possibilities in our lives and relationships. As a therapist in Fort Lauderdale, I’ve seen firsthand how the themes of fall—reflection, change, and growth—can inspire profound transformation for individuals and couples alike.
Whether you’re navigating...
moreAll Couples Fight
Dr. Corinne Scholtz, LMFT
All Couples Fight – And That’s Okay
It’s easy to think that conflict means something is wrong with your relationship, but here’s the truth: all couples fight. What matters isn’t whether you fight, but how you fight. Conflict can actually be a doorway to deeper understanding if handled with care.
Instead of seeing arguments as something to avoid, try using them as a chance to grow together. Use tools like:
- Active Listening – pause and truly hear your partner.
- Using “I” Statements – express how...