Have you ever done or said something that reminds you of your parents, guardians, or family of origin? Have you tried to undo the patterns you learned from childhood? In adulthood, whether you are close to your family or have a difficult relationship, their early influences are always with you. The family you grew up […]
Getting a diagnosis of any kind for your child can be a daunting experience. It can be difficult to comprehend and process that your child needs additional help. During this time you will be given information about the journey of helping your child. Selective mutism is no different than any other diagnosis in that regard. […]
Both therapists and psychiatrists specialize in working with individuals to improve their emotional and psychological health and well-being. While both types of practitioners share the goal of mental wellness, their training and treatment styles of a therapist and psychiatrist can vary significantly. Psychiatry Psychiatry is a branch of medicine. All psychiatrists have attended medical school […]
Just as you begin to think that you have the infant stage figured out, your child transitions to toddlerhood. You are now sprung into a whole new world of challenges. So often we talk about the sleepless nights of infancy, and the transition to parenthood. But what about the transition to being the parent of […]
Considering Child Therapy So you’re considering therapy for your child. Reaching this point can bring up a lot of difficult feelings for you as a parent. You are likely feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, confused, guilty, or all of the above. Reaching out for help is acknowledging that you and your child have the potential to thrive […]
Anxiety in teens is a common experience. Isolation during the pandemic increased the struggles teens were facing with their mental health. Challenges related to social interaction and relationships continue to generate stress and anxiety. It’s important for teens to develop effective tools and strategies. Identifying, managing, and reducing anxiety, enables them to lead fulfilling lives. […]
When your child is involved in a competitive sport, they can spend the majority of their youth working towards mastering their craft. Eventually, this can continue into their college years with the hopes of making it as a professional. With athletics comes structure, fitness, identity, teamwork, and passion. These benefits can support your child in […]
A few days ago, I was aimlessly scrolling through social media. I came across a post that was being shared over and over again by folks I had gone to high school with. The post in question was posted by the family of a 14 year old freshman at my alma mater who died by […]
Since the pandemic, therapy services are in high demand for all ages, but especially for children and youth. With the school year or extracurricular activities in your child’s life, it can feel difficult to balance all of the priorities for the wellness of your child. You want what’s best for them. You want them to […]
After the recent shooting in a grocery store in Buffalo, NY it is all the more imperative to discuss racially motivated violence with our kids. 1 in every 1000 violent crimes is related to bias. 62% of those crimes are specifically related to race and ethnicity. 50% of racial crimes are directed at individuals with […]