Some interesting insights, observations and knowledge that Dr. Finneran must share
Read below, and share with family and friends, some interesting topics that Dr. Michele Finneran has insight on.
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What does a Cohesive Family System look like?
Cohesive Family System, what does that mean? Family cohesion has been defined as the emotional bonding that family members have toward one another. Families who

What are some valuable leadership skills possessed by a high school principal?
K-12 principals must be some of the most effective leaders in the world to be successful. It’s no surprise to educators when you tell them

Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mothers Day to my two beautiful mothers, all my sisters, all adopted moms, all stepmothers, grandmothers, godmothers foster moms, and aunts who are moms.

Healthy vs Unhealthy Attachment Styles
Nearly everyone feels an attachment to someone or has at one point in time. You probably have an attachment to a parental figure, or your

What are some Traditions for Easter 2022?
Easter is here! Easter is the most important and oldest festival of the Christian Church, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ and held (in the

What is the most effective way for therapists to organize their marriage/family sessions?
During family or couples counseling, the therapist has to attain control over these particular sessions, so all parties feel emotionally safe. Being in private practice

What is Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and why do people use it?
The Family Medical Leave Act, also known as FMLA, is a United States labor law requiring covered employers to provide employees with job-protected, unpaid leave

Being Honest & Transparent with your Medical / Mental Health Providers
Deciding to get a medical/mental health provider is the first step to becoming your best self. The next is being honest with them, which does
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When to Ask for Help?
Why is it so hard to ask for help for mental health? Reaching out for mental health help is not easy. Someone with a broken

Marijuana Use, Abuse, Dependency & Medical Implications
Marijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in America. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about 9% of people who use

The Cycle of Violence – Tension Building, Abuse, Honeymoon Phase
Abuse comes in many forms such as physical, verbal, emotional, and sexual amongst the most common types. People being abused by their partners are not

How to get to the ACCEPTANCE stage of Grief and Loss
The pandemic has impacted our routines, social lives, school, work, and more. It has caused the loss of lives around the globe, as well as

Teenage Sibling Rivalry
Whether it’s listening to your children argue over what to watch on television or dealing with incalculable cries of “It’s not fair!” sibling rivalry can

How a healthy emotionally attached mother/daughter relationship leads to a healthy intimate partner dynamic
A mother-daughter relationship can be the first relationship a human develops and, very often, is the most complicated one. Creating and maintaining a healthy mother-daughter