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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
As schools fully reopen again, children, teens and parents are anticipating this transition with excitement and trepidation. The start of school year brings opportunities for new social connections, academic challenges…
By Simone Rodin, Ph.D. Perhaps more than any moment in our lifetimes, today’s teens are at risk of depression. Our world is an information-rich one with many pressures previous generations…