Marriage counseling that Heals in Irving, TX. Restore Your Relationship.

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Therapy Irving, TX

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Events are held in Irving all the time and run the gamut from sports to festival and everything in between. Football fans can take in a Dallas Cowboys game until the team moves to Arlington in 2009. Basketball is represented by the Dallas Mavericks close by. The Texas Rangers play a short distance away as well. Mondays are free Fundays at the National Scouting Museum. Kids can see the world’s largest Pinewood Derby car here. The Irving Symphony offers several performances annually. Their season typically runs from October – April. The Spring Fling, sponsored by the Irving Arts Center is fun for the entire family. In May, tour houses that figure prominently into the heritage of the city. For those interested in hunting down a bargain, the Irving Mall offers plenty to tempt shoppers. Anchored by Dillard’s, Circuit City, Macy’s, and Sears, the center also contains over 140 additional retailers. If you need shoes, a tie or want to see the latest movie, consider a visit to this site.

Each May, Irving’s Lake Carolyn hosts the Dallas Fort Worth Dragon Boat, Kite and Lantern Festival.¹ The day contains several exciting family friendly activities. The morning starts with kite flying and boat races. A lantern festival and culture performances dominate the afternoon. With such a full day of action, traditional Asian food is available to festival goers. Children can also participate in arts and crafts and education activities. Part of the goal of the event is to educate people about the ancient origins of dragon boating, kite flying and lanterns. The boats are powered by 24 member teams. Dragon boating is one of the fastest growing water sports in the country and is over 2,000 years old. Kites were invented in China and used for communication in battle. Lanterns are the first portable light source known and are important parts of holiday celebrations. This is just a taste of the information that is available at the event.

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Irving

Being a single mother brings with it many unique challenges which can affect mental health. For those who are still of school-age, overcoming the obstacles necessary to get an education can seem impossible. The vast majority of pregnancies at this age are unplanned, and strategizing for the future often takes a backseat to coping with the present.² The Irving Independent School District Teenage Pregnant and Parenting Students (TAPPS) program helps young mothers overcome those challenges. TAPPS is a comprehensive drop out prevention program aimed at helping parenting and pregnant students stay in classes and receive their diplomas through Compensatory Education Home Instruction, child care assistance, transportation, and more. For more information about the TAPPS program, call (972) 600-5000.³

The Youth in College program at DCET in Irving is a great opportunity for kids to participate in community building opportunities that help them achieve personal growth, learn to set goals, attain academic success, and plan for the future.⁴ The program helps youngsters prepare for the college experience as well as learn job skills while they give back to the community. Scholarships are available for those who participate, and they’ll also receive referrals to quality job placement agencies. For more information, contact DCET at (217) 587-1983.

Family Services and Assistance Programs

Few things are as vital to familial stability as the safety and security of having a roof over one’s head. In trying economic times, it’s not uncommon for even hard working families to find that they’ve come up short at the end of the month. The impact on the family's mental health is greatly affected when this happens. Depression and anger as well as anxiety can be at a high in these situations.The City of Irving provides families in need with residential costs through its rental assistance program. For more information on how to apply, call (972) 721-2667.⁵

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References

1. DFW Dragon Boat Festival. (2016). Home Page. Retrieved from http://www.dfwdragonboatfestival.com/index.shtml.
2. US Department of Health & Human Services. (2017). Trends in Teen Pregnancy and Childbearing. Retrieved from http://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/adolescent-health-topics/reproductive-health/teen-pregnancy/trends.html.
3. Irving Independent School District. (2017). TAPPS. Retrieved from http://irvingisd.net/education/components/docmgr/default.php?sectionid=2603.
4. DCET. (2017). Community and Civic Programs at DCET-Youth in College. Retrieved from http://www.dcenti.org/#!about1/c1ajn.
5. City of Irving. (2017). Rental Assistance Program. Retrieved from http://www.ci.irving.tx.us/Housing-Human-Services/rental-assistance.asp.

Irving is located in Dallas County, Texas. It has a land area of 67.04 square miles and a water area of 0.99 square miles.  The population of Irving is 236,607 people with 83,649 households and a median annual income of $52,154. .

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Affordable with Planning

Therapy in Irving is generally within financial reach for the average family, but some budget planning may be needed for a real commitment to weekly counseling. Remember that your mental health and happiness are important. Check with your Irving therapist about insurance coverage or ask about sliding scale fees if there are any difficulties with accessibility. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Irving public health department.