M. Taveras, PsyD & Co. Psych Services

05/22/2026

Time is one of the most valuable things we possess. Be intentional with how you spend it; once it is invested, it cannot be recovered.

Take time today to reach out to a loved one, a friend, a colleague. Let them know how much they matter to you. Time is precious and not guaranteed. Kind words or a kind gesture can make a huge difference in someone’s life.

05/18/2026

A positive attitude has the power to transform even the most difficult circumstances, allowing us to find hope, growth, and gratitude in places we once thought impossible. According to Max Lucado, “The good life does not begin when circumstances change, but when our attitude towards them does.”

05/15/2026

Be kind to yourself and be proud of how far you have come. We all have a story and have experienced suffering. Remember, survival is strength.

We are here to help. Immediate availability for in-person and virtual appointments. Most major insurance plans are accepted.

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05/15/2026

Be kind to yourself and be proud of how far you have come. We all have a story and have experienced suffering. Remember, survival is strength.

We are here to help. Immediate availability for in-person and virtual appointments. Most major insurance plans are accepted.

05/11/2026

Those who fall can be strong. Those who rise are powerful.

Struggling to find your footing again? You don't have to do it alone.

We are here to help. Immediate availability for in-person and virtual appointments. Most major insurance plans are accepted.

05/08/2026

Having a ruff day? 🐾
Storm’s reminder: take time to play with and pet a dog. This helps release feel-good chemicals in your dog's and your brain.

We’re here to help.

05/04/2026

Depression isn’t just being sad. When to get help.

Persistent sadness.
Low motivation.
Isolation
Thoughts of death or of wanting to die.

Parents, if you notice significant changes in your child or teen, but can’t put your finger on it, reach out to their pediatrician or talk to their teacher, school counselor, or friends.

Take a look at their social media.
What kind of things are they posting about?

It’s OK to ask about su***de and thoughts of death. Have the difficult conversation now.

We’re here to help. We provide services for clients ages 16 and up.

05/01/2026

Are You Running on Empty? Why We Prioritize Charging Our Devices, but Not Ourselves? Take a moment and consider how you respond when your phone battery drops to 10%. You notice it immediately. You stop what you’re doing, look for a charger, and make it a priority. Now consider this: what do you do when you feel like you’re at 10%?

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Take a moment and consider how you respond when your phone battery drops to 10%. You notice it immediately. You stop what you’re doing, look for a charger, and make it a priority. Now consider this: what do you do when you feel like you’re at 10%?

05/01/2026

You can. Do it. Do it for yourself, for your peace, and for the life you deserve. Even the smallest effort matters, and it all counts toward your healing.

04/27/2026

Low battery? We notice immediately.
We stop what we’re doing. We plug in.

Low energy, mentally or emotionally?
We keep going. We override it. We tell ourselves, “just one more thing.”

What if you treated your energy like it mattered just as much?

Rest isn’t a luxury. It’s necessary.

Need to recharge? We’re here to help. In-person and virtual appointments available.

mtaveraspsychology.com
(904) 204-2433

04/25/2026

The Power of Saying No. Learn how saying no and setting healthy boundaries can protect your time, energy, and mental well-being.