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 YouTube…
Helping a Child with Climate Change Anxiety by Kim Johnson Many adults, as well as children, are growing increasingly anxious about the perilous state of our planet. There are constant…
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…
The word “Self-Care” has received much well-deserved attention and lip service in recent years. It evokes images of scented baths, massages, meditation, yoga, and curling up with a good book. …
“Summer Break” by Nicolette Gray “Summer Break” – Those two simple words evoke memories of the exhilaration felt on the last day of school; the sense of freedom and joy…
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…
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,…
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…
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…