Phyllis Fortunato, M.Ed., LPC - Creating Connection Counseling Services

03/07/2024

Send a letter to Congress protecting intended parent's right to medical care to build their families. Protect our reproductive rights, as they are slowing being stripped away due to a loud minority. lend your voice and repost or add donate.

Recently, the Access to Family Building Act of 2024, S. 3612/ H.R. 7056, was introduced in the Senate by Senator Tammy Duckworth (IL) and Senator Patty Murray (WA) and in the House by Representative Susan Wild (PA). This bill would establish a statutory right to access IVF and other ART services an...

03/07/2024

Ever since the Alabama Supreme Court ruling which forced a suspension of IVF care, thousands of people have been speaking out all over the country to preserve its legality and accessibility. This is a moment where all branches of our government and both political parties are talking about our issues. It’s important that we stand together and show our strength as a community.

The time is now to share the message that IVF is under attack and there are ways that Congress can help keep IVF legal and available in the U.S. We ask all who care about keeping IVF legal and available to send a letter to Congress today, in honor of RESOLVE being present at the State of the Union, and ask your elected officials to support the Access to Family Building Act and protect IVF in the U.S.

10/16/2023

Everyone has a right to basic needs. Food. Shelter. Water. There are too many in need around the world bc of war and natural disasters. Help feed people. I’ve donated with this organization for years - it’s one way to help that doesn’t focus on which side of the aisle your on. It’s just food & for all. Basic goodness.

10/13/2022

UNCHARTERED WATERS IN MEDICARE REIMBURSEMENTCritical:All Hands-on Deck to Support Bill Passage in 2022For the first time in over a decade the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate are seriously considering passing the Mental Health...

10/11/2022

In keeping with Mental Health Awareness month…

People who survive a su***de attempt often struggle alone, but with help, they can begin to see their challenges in a new light and rebuild their lives. https://bit.ly/3McQRkx

10/11/2022

Today marks World Mental Health Day! Let’s work together to raise awareness of mental health issues, mobilize efforts to support mental health and combat the stigma associated with mental health challenges.

10/11/2022

It's , a great reminder that seeking help for mental health is nothing to be ashamed of.

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate help, there are options.

Dial 988 for the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline.

The National Domestic Violence Lifeline can be reached at 1-800-799-7233

The Crisis Text Line can be reached by texting "HOME" to 741741

LGBTQIA+ youth can find support via text, chat, or phone at thetrevorproject.org

05/07/2022

05/07/2022

I am excited to invite you to my upcoming Lunch & Learn: Infertility series. I created this three-part Masterclass to empower you as you support individuals and couples navigate complex infertility struggles and a host of new family building options.

Grab your lunch (crunchy salads welcome) and join me for three Mondays, noon-1pmEST starting May 16, 2022.

Schedule:

May 16: Session 1: Protecting The Bond – Help clients strengthen the bond with their partner and protect intimate connection during infertility treatment. Learn tips for helping clients tend to relationship ruptures, sexual disconnection, and misattunement from their partner while creating new opportunities to cultivate a deeper connection.

May 23: Session 2: Identifying Layers of Grief – We’ll explore the complex layers and types of infertility grief and learn how you can help clients move from despair, anxiety, and dorsal vagal states into acceptance, calm, compassion and consideration of new possibilities.

June 6: Session 3: Exploring Who You Are In Session? – What parts of you show up in session that may be getting in the way? Your’ beliefs, legacy and cultural burdens can unknowingly enter the therapeutic alliance. We’ll explore attitudes, opinions, triggers, and blocks that can impact your work with clients.

Cost: $155 for three, one-hour sessions.

Register: https://buy.stripe.com/14k4gOd...

Live participation is encouraged, but if you can’t make a class, you can catch the replay. Registration grants full access to both the live classes and the recordings. Please share this link with colleagues that you think can benefit.

https://novacounselingandtherapy.com/groups---workshops

Phyllis Fortunato is a licensed professional counselor who helps people live a more fulfilling life by connecting within and with others more meaningfully. She provides individual therapy, couples therapy, and family building therapy. CBT and EFT are among the methods used in her multi-disciplinary....