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Growing Older Together Isn’t Always Easy but Marriage Counseling Can Help

Marriage counseling for older adults is becoming more common, especially as couples over 65 navigate retirement, health changes, caregiving, finances, and new family dynamics. Many couples spend decades preparing for retirement. Finances, health, relationships. All carefully considered. But life has a way of shifting those plans. Costs rise. Priorities evolve. Health concerns appear. And sometimes,...
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The Invisible Workload of Motherhood: How to Lighten Mom’s Load and Show Appreciation

Who’s your favorite superhero? Superman? Spiderman? Thor? Black Panther? The options are endless but I’m sure you gravitate to one particular hero over others. Movie studios pump out superhero movies every year that generate millions of dollars, critical acclaim, and vast attention. Yet, the world’s most beloved superhero epic is often missed – the real...
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Mental Health in Louisiana: Why So Many Are Struggling and How Healing Begins

Learn why so many people in Louisiana are feeling overwhelmed and what can actually help. Stress doesn’t always come from one big moment. It builds over time and can start to affect your mood, relationships, and even your physical health. Sheryl Ford, Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor with Maison...
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Talking to Kids About War: A Parent’s Guide to The U.S.–Iran Conflict

Learn how to talk to kids about war in a calm, honest way, reduce anxiety, and help them feel safe in an uncertain world. Kids may not fully understand the news, but they can absolutely feel it. Susan Harrington, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Maison Vie Therapy & Counseling, joins KLFY-TV to...
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Don’t Give Up For Lent: Improve Mental Health by Also Adding Positive “Sacrifice”

Did you know that adding something positive to your life during Lent, alongside making a sacrifice, can provide a major boost to your mental health? When many people sacrifice a particular vice or habit on Ash Wednesday, Maison Vie’s founder and licensed marriage and family therapist Susan Harrington is suggesting people also add positive reinforcement...
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How to Recognize the Early Signs of Domestic Violence Before It’s Too Late

Learn how to spot subtle red flags, take safe next steps, and understand when it’s time to seek help. Caring should never feel like control. Susan Harrington, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Maison Vie Therapy & Counseling, joins KLFY-TV CBS to discuss how domestic violence often begins with subtle red flags that...
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A woman stands quietly by a softly lit window, looking out with a thoughtful expression, symbolizing awareness and reflection about early signs of domestic violence.

Should You Trust AI with Your Mental Health? What You Need to Know

What happens when emotional support comes from a screen instead of a person? Susan Harrington, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Maison Vie, joins KLFY-TV CBS to talk about the growing trend of turning to AI chatbots for comfort — and why it can be risky. She explains how chatbots may feel supportive...
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First-person view of a therapy room showing folded hands in the foreground and an empty beige chair across from them. A smartphone is propped against the chair’s backrest, glowing with a cartoon chatbot saying “What’s up?” in a speech bubble.

Pride, Community, Strength, and Healing: A Guide to LGBTQ+ Mental Health

In a world where acceptance and equality are still evolving, the mental health of LGBTQ+ individuals faces unique challenges. As we navigate these turbulent times, it becomes crucial to explore effective strategies for healing and resilience. Discover how Pride, community support, and everyday practices can empower and uplift the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring everyone has the...
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Pride, Community, Strength, and Healing - A Guide to LGBTQ+ Mental Health

America’s New Normal: Staying In More, Connecting Less, and What to Do About It

Are we still homebodies since the pandemic, or are we finally back to normal? A recent study looked at our behaviors from 2003 through 2024 and found a steady decrease in our social interactions and travel plans for both work and pleasure. The pandemic didn’t start this trend, but it certainly sped it up. While...
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A look at how post-pandemic habits are reshaping our social lives, and what it means for our mental and emotional well-being.

Fathergood: Tips for Dads Who Want to Balance Work and Family Life

Fatherhood starts off tough. Dad? Pops? Daddy? Papa? One of the first acts of fatherhood is deciding what will your little one calls you. Then, like advancing in a game, it gets increasingly harder… only this game has no reset button or extra lives. You could even say that dads who want to balance work...
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