Building Blocks for Self-Esteem in Kids
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 in your ability…
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How to Talk to Kids about Alcohol and Drugs
Some conversations are hard between parents and their children, even in the closest families. Parents are responsible for teaching kids about the risk factors surrounding alcohol and drugs, and preparing…
Read More Supporting Grieving Teens After a Tragedy
What is Grief? Grief is a natural human process in response to a loss. It does not follow specific stages or timelines, it looks different from person to person, and…
Read More Accomodation and Anxiety
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, we are wired to…
Read More Transition Tips for Summer Time
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 as per usual. You…
Read More Prenatal and Postpartum Depression
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 or within the year…
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
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 developmental stage. However, due…
Read More Helping Teens to Re-enter Their Social World
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 developmental stage. However, due…
Read More Could My Teen Be Depressed?
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 couldn’t have dreamed of…
Read More 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/
Read More Weathering the Storm of Sheltering in Place – Part 2
Learn more about how to Weather the Storm of Sheltering in place in this video: Shelter in Place Watch the Video
Read More 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…
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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 More Bullying: 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 More The 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 More Coming Together Around Coming Out – Resources for Parents
Supporting your child through the coming-out process can be an adjustment for you as a parent as well. It is a transitional time for both your child and your family.…
Read More Tips for Helping Your Anxious Child
Recognize that the fear feels very real to your child. Empathize with your child’s feelings even if you feel they are overreacting to the situation. It is important to remember…
Read More 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 More Top 10 Technology Tips to Help You and Your Family Through the Holiday Season
1) WALK THE WALK Model a healthy media balance for the children in your life. Kids are very open about how difficult it is to stop snapping, gaming, texting, watching…
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