Life Counseling Solutions

11/09/2025

Melissa Madsen and Dr. Janie Lacy officially completed their Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) training through Journey Clinical. They are proud to bring this powerful modality into Life Counseling Solutions to support our clients.

If you’re curious about how KAP works or think it could be helpful for someone you know, feel free to reach out. We are happy to share more.

Learn more via journey.click/education

10/23/2025

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Feeling guilty after finally fighting back in a toxic relationship? Learn about reactive abuse and why your reaction doesn't make you the abuser. Expert help in Orlando, FL.

10/08/2025

The Text That Could Save a Life
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

She checks her phone 47 times before sending a simple text to a friend.
He rehearses what he'll say about being late—again—knowing the "wrong" words could ruin the entire evening.
She wears long sleeves in summer.
He's stopped seeing his family because it's "easier that way."
These aren't dramatic movie scenes. This is someone you know. This might be YOU.

Love Shouldn't Hurt. Control Isn't Care. Fear Isn't Normal.
Domestic violence doesn't always leave visible bruises. Sometimes it sounds like:

"No one else would ever want you"
"You're too sensitive"
"I'm only like this because you make me so angry"
"If you loved me, you wouldn't..."

Sometimes it looks like:

Constant monitoring of your phone, location, or conversations
Isolation from friends and family
Control over finances
Threats against you, your children, or your pets
Walking on eggshells in your own home

Sometimes it feels like:

A knot in your stomach when their car pulls in the driveway
Questioning your own reality and sanity
Believing you deserve this treatment
Thinking you can't survive without them
Shame that keeps you silent

You Are Not Crazy. You Are Not Alone. You Are Not Too Far Gone.
Every 9 seconds, a woman in the United States is assaulted or beaten.
But here's what the statistics don't tell you:
There IS a way out.
You DO deserve better.
Help IS available.
Healing IS possible.

🆘 THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO REACH OUT
If you're reading this and your heart is pounding...
If you're reading this and thinking "but it's not THAT bad"...
If you're reading this and making excuses for someone's behavior...
This message is for you.
You deserve to feel safe. You deserve to be respected. You deserve to be free.

At Life Counseling Solutions, we understand the challenges of toxic and abusive relationships. Our trauma-informed therapists provide:
✓ Confidential, judgment-free support
✓ Safety planning and resources
✓ Trauma therapy and healing
✓ Rebuilding your sense of self
✓ Tools to break free from cycles of abuse
We see you. We believe you. We're here to help you reclaim your life.

📞 TAKE THE FIRST STEP TODAY
Life Counseling Solutions
🌐 https://lifecounselingsolutions.com
📞 407-622-1770
📧 info@LifeCounselingSolutions.com

Your first call is the hardest—and the bravest. We'll be here when you're ready.

🆘 24/7 CRISIS RESOURCES
If you're in immediate danger, call 911
National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text: START to 88788
🌐 TheHotline.org (Live Chat)
Available 24/7 - Completely Confidential

For Friends & Family:
If someone you love is in an abusive relationship, you can help:

Believe them without judgment
Listen without trying to "fix" everything
Avoid ultimatums like "just leave"
Help them create a safety plan
Connect them with professional support
Remind them: This is NOT their fault

💜 A Message to Survivors:
Leaving is not a single moment—it's a process.
Some days, "survival" means staying. Other days, it means planning. And one day, it means walking out that door.
Wherever you are in your journey, you are doing the best you can.
You didn't cause this.
You can't control it.
You can't cure them.
But you CAN choose healing. You CAN choose YOU.

The Bravest Thing You'll Ever Do Is Ask For Help
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but abuse doesn't follow a calendar. Help is available every single day.
Don't wait for it to get worse.
Don't wait until you're "sure."
Don't wait for the "perfect" time.
The time is NOW. Your life is worth it.

Visit us at https://lifecounselingsolutions.com
Because every person deserves a relationship that feels like safety, not survival.



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07/16/2025

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Ready to break free from toxic patterns and step into the love you deserve?

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07/04/2025

🇺🇸 Freedom to Heal, Freedom to Grow 🇺🇸

This Fourth of July, we celebrate not just our nation's independence, but YOUR journey toward personal freedom.

True independence means: ✨ Breaking free from toxic patterns that no longer serve you ✨ Having the courage to heal from past trauma ✨ Setting healthy boundaries in your relationships ✨ Choosing to love yourself with the same passion you show others

Just as our founding fathers declared independence from what held them back, you too have the power to declare independence from:
* Self-doubt and limiting beliefs
* Unhealthy relationship cycles
* The weight of unhealed trauma
* Fear that keeps you from your authentic self

This year, let freedom ring in your heart. Let healing be your revolution.

At Life Counseling Solutions, we're here to support your journey to emotional independence. Because everyone deserves the freedom to live their most authentic, healed life.

Ready to claim your freedom? Call us at (407) 622-1770 or visit LifeCounselingSolutions.com

"The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion." - Albert Camus

07/02/2025

Life Counseling Solutions provides confidential drug and alcohol evaluations conducted by licensed professionals. Our thorough assessments are designed to meet legal, employment, and personal requirements while offering compassionate support throughout the process.

Our professional evaluators deliver detailed, court-approved reports for DUI cases, workplace incidents, child custody matters, and personal recovery planning. We understand that seeking an evaluation can be stressful, which is why we maintain a respectful, non-judgmental environment focused on your specific needs.

Services Include:

Court-ordered DUI evaluations
Pre-employment assessments
Child custody evaluations
Personal substance use assessments
Treatment recommendations and referrals

Why Choose Life Counseling Solutions:

Licensed, experienced evaluators
Fast, reliable reporting
Flexible scheduling
Convenient Central Florida location

Take the first step toward resolution. Our professional team is ready to help you navigate this process with dignity and expertise.

Contact Us Today:
📞 Phone: 407-622-1770
📱 Text: 407-693-0370
✉️ Email: Info@LifeCounselingSolutions.com

Professional • Confidential • Compassionate

06/30/2025

🌟 Meet Melissa Madsen - Your Guide Through Life's Seasons 🌟
Are you feeling overwhelmed by this season of life? Whether you're navigating major transitions, relationship challenges, career changes, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to face it alone.

✨ Melissa Madsen is here to help you: ✨

Find clarity in the chaos
Develop healthy coping strategies
Rediscover your inner strength
Create meaningful change that lasts
Navigate life's transitions with confidence

Sometimes we all need someone who truly listens - someone who provides a safe space to process, heal, and grow. Melissa's compassionate approach helps you uncover the tools you already have within you while building new ones for whatever life brings next.

🌱 This season doesn't have to define you - it can transform you. 🌱

Ready to take the first step?

📧 Reply to this post or send us a DM
📞 Call us at 407-622-1770
📱 Text us at 407-693-0370

Your journey toward feeling more empowered and at peace starts with a single conversation. Melissa is accepting new clients and would love to walk alongside you.

You deserve support. You deserve to thrive. Let's make it happen together.



Ready to schedule? We make it easy - reach out however feels most comfortable for you. We're here when you're ready. 💙

06/25/2025

We're proud to introduce Marilyn Shaw, who brings exceptional training and genuine compassion to our practice. With her Master of Science in Counseling from Emporia State University and clinical internship experience at our facility, Marilyn is dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic environment where healing can begin.

Marilyn expertly addresses:

Anxiety and Depression - Find relief from overwhelming feelings and rediscover joy

Life Transitions - Navigate major changes with confidence and clarity

Trauma Recovery - Heal from past experiences in a safe, supportive environment

Personal Growth - Unlock your potential and build lasting self-confidence

Relationship Challenges - Strengthen connections and improve communication

Stress Management - Develop practical tools for daily life balance

A Holistic Approach That Works

Marilyn's therapeutic philosophy recognizes the vital connection between mind, body, and spirit. Her evidence-based approach is tailored specifically to your needs, combining professional expertise with genuine understanding to create meaningful, lasting change.

You don't have to face life's challenges alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, working through a difficult transition, or simply seeking personal growth, Marilyn Shaw is here to support you every step of the way.

Take the first step toward positive change.

Schedule your appointment today:
📞 407-622-1770
📧 info@lifecounselingsolutions.com

Life Counseling Solutions: Where healing begins and transformation happens.

Warmly,

The Team at Life Counseling Solutions

06/18/2025

When life feels overwhelming for your child, having the right support makes all the difference. Meet Lorenza, a dedicated counselor at Life Counseling Solutions who specializes in helping children and teenagers ages 6 and up navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.

What makes Ms. Lorenza unique? She truly meets children where they are—speaking English, Spanish, and French to create an inclusive space where every child can authentically express themselves. Her approach transforms traditional therapy into engaging experiences through art, games, storytelling, and movement, making healing feel natural and empowering.

Whether your child is struggling with school stress, friendship difficulties, family transitions, or big emotions, Ms. Lorenza provides both in-person and virtual sessions tailored to your family's needs. For younger children, therapy feels like meaningful play. For teenagers, she offers a respectful environment to explore identity while building lifelong emotional intelligence.

Ready to support your child's journey? Contact Life Counseling Solutions today to schedule a consultation and discover how Ms. Lorenza can help your family thrive.

06/13/2025

🌟 Powerful moments from our workshop at Harbor House of Central Florida! 🌟

What an honor it was for Dr. Janie Lacy Lorenza Rodriguez and I to facilitate an empowering session on "Reclaiming Your Power" with the incredible women at .

💪 Key takeaways that can transform ANY healing journey:

✨ Your past does not define your future - You are not broken; you are breaking through to something beautiful

✨ Healing happens in community - Isolation keeps us stuck, but connection creates courage

✨ Small steps = big victories - Every boundary you set, every "no" you say, every choice you make for yourself matters

✨ You already have the strength - Sometimes we just need to remember where to find it and how to access it

✨ Recovery isn't linear - Be patient and compassionate with yourself through every twist and turn

The resilience and courage we witnessed reminded us why this work matters so deeply. To every survivor reading this: You are worthy of love, respect, and a life free from fear.

Your healing journey is sacred, and we're honored to walk alongside you. 💖

If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out. Healing is possible, and you don't have to do it alone.