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About Jennifer Tzoumas

I hold active licenses for independent practice in Texas and Pennsylvania, and an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) granted from the PSYPACT Commission, that allows for independent practice in approximately 30 of the 50 United States (check https://www.verifypsypact.org/ to see if your state participates). I have been married for 25 years, and have two teenage daughters. Although I enjoy social gatherings in small doses, I am more of an introvert (I prefer working one-on-one, or in small groups). Outside the office, I consider myself an avid reader, recreational runner/weight lifter, and part-time gardener. I am active in my church and enjoy watching my daughters in their activities (dance, TaeKwonDo, and marching band).

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New baby adjustment

If you’re expecting a baby (or considering having one), you may have some reservations. It’s typically thought that a couple will be only happy and excited when they find out they’re expecting—but this isn’t always the case. In reality, many couples have a great deal of fear when it comes to having a baby.

...continue reading "New Parent Perspective: Does Having a Baby Really Ruin a Marriage?"

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Online therapy or Online Counseling

Online counseling has become increasingly popular in recent years as telehealth options become more widely available. Working with a therapist online allows you to stay in the comfort of your own home and set up appointments on your own schedule. 

...continue reading "5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Online Counseling"

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Are you your own toughest critic? Many people struggle with self-compassion and simply being kind of themselves. They have no problem showing grace and kindness to others but don’t carry out those actions when it comes to their own worth. 

...continue reading "6 Steps Towards Self Compassion"

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We are living in truly unusual times. Perhaps every generation has their life-defining moment, and the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 is likely to impact us for a long time. But how can we find a balance between following guidelines and staying safe without submitting to constant panic and hysteria? You may be surprised to find that there can even be silver linings to this world-wide situation.

...continue reading "4 Tips for Finding Peace During COVID-19 Pandemic"

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woman reading book

Do you prefer staying home at night instead of going out to a loud, crowded restaurant? Would you prefer to curl up and watch a good movie or read a book rather than experience the overstimulation of a bar or club?

...continue reading "Are You Socially Anxious, or Just Naturally Introverted?"

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illness

When you’re diagnosed with a chronic illness, almost every aspect of your life seems to be affected. Many adjustments must be made and it will take time to develop your sense of a “new normal.”  

That doesn’t mean your quality of life has to be less than it was before, but it definitely will be different. This is not an easy shift to make.

...continue reading "Chronic Illness – Finding Your “New Normal”"

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Divorce papers

Whether your divorce is new or its been a while, you may find yourself longing for a fresh start. A new you. Perhaps the difficulties of your relationship took a toll on your energy, perspective, and self-esteem. Or maybe, you need help seeing yourself clearly as a single person after years of couplehood.

...continue reading "Redefining Yourself After Divorce"

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mindful pain

If you have chronic pain or you can’t seem to resolve the discomfort from an injury, how can mindfulness help you?

Mindfulness has become quite a “buzzword” in recent years. It signals a way to help with everything from anxiety to depression. 

But, that isn’t to say mindfulness is simply a trend. This practice has gained a lot of attention for some very good reasons. 

...continue reading "6 Ways Mindfulness Helps Physical Pain"