Author Archives: L. Chris Cannida

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About L. Chris Cannida

I am a licensed professional counselor practicing in Oklahoma.

When Grief and Celebration Collide

This week is the celebration of Christmas for many in the world.  It’s also a week that, for some we call Gold Star families, will be cloaked in grief and loss.  Six American soldiers were killed by suicide bomb in … Continue reading

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Losing Shame for Christmas

written by chris cannida, 2015 The appointment book for my private practice is starting to fill up – for one reason.  The holiday season begins.  Triggered for many are painful memories and unfulfilled wishes for bonding and companionship.  When I went to the … Continue reading

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