Haley Baker on effects on teens of prolonged quarantine
Read Haley’s article in the Marin Independent Journal: https://www.marinij.com/2020/06/08/youth-in-quarantine-how-prolonged-school-closures-may-affect-young-students/
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Re-Examining Discipline
4 Helpful Tips for Lasting Behavioral Changes in your Children Many parents come into therapy seeking help with their child’s behavioral concerns. From big meltdowns to fights with siblings, these…
Read MoreBehavior Cheat Sheet
Prevention Tips for Parents Clear expectations and priming (planning ahead or coping ahead): Most children benefit from having structure and clear guidelines in their daily routines. This allows your child…
Read MoreBullying: Online and Off
A Guide for Parents of Tweens and Teens BULLYING TODAY: Bullying has become a bit more complicated to identify and navigate due to the central role technology plays in our…
Read MoreThe Basics on Bullying
Parents and family members are often unsure what to do when they suspect that their loved one is being bullied in school. Bullying has become a more common issue for…
Read MoreCOMING OUT: A Resource Guide for LGBTQ Youth and Their Parents
As a young person, learning about your own LGBTQ identity and coming out in a heteronormative and cisnormative world can be challenging. To help with the coming out process, here…
Read MoreWORDS MATTER: Talking Tips for Raising Resilient Kids
Resiliency is one of those characteristics most want and hope will emerge within children at the most opportune moment to overcome difficulties when they arise. The good news is that you can do more than hope for the best. Here are 5 teachable moments backed by research to foster grit and resiliency in your children.
Sleep Smarts: 8 Sleeping Tips for Children
A well-rested child is a child who can learn, grow and manage their feelings better. 1. Daily Routines – Build Habits From the early stages in a baby’s life establish…
Read MoreGUY TALK: Twelve Tips for Communicating with Boys and Young Men
1) Boys DO want to connect – you just might have to be the one to initiate Boys are often socialized to be competitive and they sometimes don’t have the…
Read MoreBeating Holiday Worry: Supporting a Child with Anxiety through the Hectic Holidays
The holidays tend to generate lots of excitement as we look forward to spending time with friends and family and enjoying a much-needed break from the obligations of work and…
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