You’ve been planning for your new baby’s birth and now they’re here. Maybe it is everything you hoped, but more than likely, you’ve been faced with a lot of new challenges and adjustments. It can feel overwhelming and isolating. You may be focused on your baby’s development, but remember that motherhood is a new stage […]
The words “you are now being judged” echo over the loudspeaker and all eyes are on your rider. You’ve worked tirelessly to get them where they are today. You’re there to cheer them on no matter what happens in the arena. You’re there supporting them alongside their parents/guardians. Is the rest of the team showing […]
Let me introduce you to Jess* and Bosco… Jess was 12 years old when she got her beautiful pet rabbit, whom she named Bosco. To her, Bosco was perfect with his gorgeous black fur and little twitching white nose. Jess would spend time snuggling and playing with her rabbit. She loved him very much. However, […]
Rape culture is a cycle of fear that perpetuates the subservience of women in the social power structure. In part one, we explored how the threat of violence and rape disproportionately affects females and the LGBTQ+ population. The last blog addressed how parents can combat rape culture by teaching and modeling emotional intelligence, LGBTQ+ allyship, […]
What is Rape Culture? Rape culture is a social environment in which sexual violence against women is normalized through media, culture, and everyday interactions. Rape culture is perpetuated through misogynistic language and the objectification of feminine bodies, and furthermore the glamorization of sexual violence. These elements contribute to a culture that disregards the right to […]
Your child did something unimaginable. Now, you’re shocked, angry, confused, and sad. You’re a good parent, you taught your kid right from wrong. But they still made a bad choice. Their poor decisions throw you for a loop. After all, you likely didn’t see it coming. You feel hurt and blindsided. But when the […]
Early adolescence is a turbulent time of enormous physical, emotional, cognitive, and social changes and growth. Adolescence is a time to practice self-governance by feeling, behaving, and thinking independently. This is the groundwork for becoming a confident, independent adult who is not unduly influenced by other people or forces. This can be a challenging time […]
When elementary school-aged children begin child therapy, many parents wonder how involved they will be or should be in their child’s treatment. Here at Brave Minds, you can expect your child therapist to build a relationship with you and communicate with you directly. There are several reasons for this. 1. Child Therapists can Provide Validation […]
Estimates suggest 1 out of 4 girls and 1 out of 13 boys are sexually abused before the age of 18. Child sexual abuse is a devastating experience for the child and the entire family. Most sexual abuse is committed by someone close and trusted by the child and family. This makes it one of […]
Watch the video above to learn from child therapist, Dr. Fawn McNeil-Haber, about the way Love Languages can help you connect with your children and teens. Then, read more below in part two of our “Love Languages for Children” blog series, and learn how to get started with a New Jersey child therapist. The Other […]