Building Blocks for Self-Esteem in Kids
by Nicolette Gray Self-esteem goes beyond simply feeling good about yourself; it plays a significant role in determining one’s success or failure in life. It is essential to have confidence…
Read More How to Talk to Kids about Alcohol and Drugs
Speaking the Same Language, by Olivia Ceja Some conversations are hard between parents and their children, even in the closest families. Parents are responsible for teaching kids about the risk…
Read More Sleep Support and Advice for Adults
Why is Sleep So Important for Adults? By: Kim Johnson Are you affected by poor sleep? There are more than 100 million Americans of all ages who are not getting…
Read More Supporting Grieving Teens After a Tragedy
What is Grief? By Alisa Kyle, AMFT Grief is a natural human process in response to a loss. It does not follow specific stages or timelines, it looks different from…
Read More Accomodation and Anxiety
By Simone Rodin, Ph.D. Ask yourself these questions: Do I accommodate my child’s anxiety? In what ways? How can I make changes to help my child develop resilience? As parents,…
Read More What is Languishing and How to Cope with it
What is languishing? It’s not a common term we use in our day to day language. However, it IS something we feel often. Think of languishing as the middle ground…
Read More Transition Tips for Summer Time
By Gellaine Rabino, LPCC Prepare for Transitions: As your summer schedule fills up with activities, remember to ease into it. Even the most exuberant extroverts have not mingled with others…
Read More Prenatal and Postpartum Depression
By Gail Poust, LMFT Depression is actually the most common complication of childbearing. It impacts 1 in 7 birthing parents and 1 in 10 partners, and can begin during pregnancy…
Read More How to Talk to Your Children about Ukraine
How to Talk to Your Children About Ukraine The war in Ukraine continues to be a worldwide issue for everyone. More than 5 million refugees have already fled the country…
Read More Back to School: Tips for Supporting your Socially Anxious Teens
By Haley Baker, LMFT Teens are social creatures by nature. Having regular practice in connecting, maintaining friendships, and learning to resolve conflicts with peers is a social imperative for their…
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