Raymond Navarro M.S.

11/11/2025

Every Veterans Day (November 11), we pause to honor the people who wore the uniform. The public often hears about the invisible wounds of war—PTSD, depression, moral injury, traumatic brain injury, su***de risk. Naming those realities matters. But there’s another side of the story that deserves equal attention: for many, military service also cultivates protective mental-health strengths—resilience under pressure, deep teamwork, purpose, self-discipline, leadership, and post-traumatic growth....

Every Veterans Day (November 11), we pause to honor the people who wore the uniform. The public often hears about the invisible wounds of war—PTSD, depression, moral injury, traumatic brain injury,…

10/13/2025

You’ve probably joked about people who seem like video-game characters: they show up, follow a script, react the same way every time, and vanish. Calling someone an “NPC” (non-player character) is funny — but there’s a real, simple explanation behind that feeling: most of us run a lot of our lives on autopilot. That’s not because people are empty or fake....

You’ve probably joked about people who seem like video-game characters: they show up, follow a script, react the same way every time, and vanish. Calling someone an “NPC” (non-player character) is …

10/09/2025

The other day in session, I heard a phrase that stopped me in my tracks:“Parents are parenting their childhood instead of their children.” It wasn’t from a book or podcast — it came directly from a client.And what made it even more interesting is that, like many of my clients, this person is also a therapist. We often end up exchanging perspectives in a way that deepens both of our understanding of human behavior....

The other day in session, I heard a phrase that stopped me in my tracks:“Parents are parenting their childhood instead of their children.” It wasn’t from a book or podcast — it came directly from a…

10/02/2025

As a psychotherapist, I’m already noticing a rise in clients discussing emotional attachment—even romantic feelings—toward artificial intelligence (AI) companions and chatbots. While this may sound like science fiction, recent studies show that people can and do develop bonds with AI that resemble human relationships. For some, this brings temporary comfort. For others, it exposes deeper issues with attachment, identity, and unmet relational needs....

As a psychotherapist, I’m already noticing a rise in clients discussing emotional attachment—even romantic feelings—toward artificial intelligence (AI) companions and chatbots. While this may sound…

09/24/2025

I’m a big fan of Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford University who has done remarkable work explaining how the brain and body interact. Recently I watched one of his presentations on fear, and he mentioned a study that really stuck with me: just five minutes a day of voluntary stress can dramatically reduce involuntary stress. As a therapist and a parent, that caught my attention....

I’m a big fan of Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford University who has done remarkable work explaining how the brain and body interact. Recently I watched one of his presentations on…

09/16/2025

I’m excited to share that I have officially completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) and received my certification. As someone who has personally lived with chronic pain, I know how deeply it affects not just your body, but also your emotions, thoughts, and daily life. That’s why I am so grateful to now offer this service at Navarro Counseling....

I’m excited to share that I have officially completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP) and received my certification. As someone who has personally lived with chro…

09/12/2025

09/12/2025

Other than the many reasons I have stated, here are 3 more scientific reasons why you should do Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! If you’d like to get involved please feel free to reach out and I can help you get connected

09/11/2025

I am thrilled to announce that I have completed my EMDR Core Skills Training and can now offer this transformative therapy at Navarro Counseling. My own EMDR experience was life-changing, allowing me to reprocess hidden memories. EMDR helps with both major and minor trauma, facilitating healing and emotional control....

I am thrilled to announce that I have completed my EMDR Core Skills Training and can now offer this transformative therapy at Navarro Counseling. My own EMDR experience was life-changing, allowing …

09/09/2025

The post highlights alarming trends in youth mental health, suggesting a potential link to social media use. Su***de rates have surged significantly, along with increases in depression, self-harm, and bullying. The author urges parents to reflect on these statistics and their implications for children's well-being and mental health....

The post highlights alarming trends in youth mental health, suggesting a potential link to social media use. Su***de rates have surged significantly, along with increases in depression, self-harm, …

08/30/2025

We often take our kids behavior personally and here are just a few reasons why we definitely shouldn’t, i’d love to hear your feedback

The content discusses “ignorant selfishness” in children, highlighting that this behavior often stems from their developmental stage rather than malice. Parents are encouraged to unders…

07/25/2025

Weekend’s heating up? Learn Floridian‑approved strategies—hydration, beach therapy, mind‑body cool‑downs—to protect your mental health!

As South Florida braces for another scorching weekend (July 25–27), with daytime highs climbing into the mid‑90s and heat indices topping 105°F, it’s more important than ever to recognize how extre…