Does your teen easily become agitated or upset? Does he or she often have a negative outlook or use hurtful language? Perhaps your teen also seems to be pushing you away and rejecting your help. Bad behavior from an angry teen can be exhausting for you as a parent. You want your teen to let you […] Read more…
You’re ready to explode if you hear one more “But that’s not fair!” or “I hate you!” or the ever-popular “Mom, he’s looking at me!” If your children struggle to get along, you’re not alone. Sibling rivalry can quickly become a destructive habit between children. It may also continue throughout the teenage years, or may even begin […] Read more…
Does stress take the joy out of life? When you plan to start a task at work or at home, do you find yourself dreading the process? Anxiety and negativity limit your experiences and thoughts, reducing your quality of life. Harnessing your creative mind may be the answer. Here are some of the core reasons why […] Read more…
Announcing the debut of the Strong Start Workshop! The Strong Start Workshop is a one of a kind group experience designed for students entering 9th grader. Do you want your teen to simply survive high school… or to thrive? This 8-week workshop will help your teen excel during his or her high school experience. Get […] Read more…
Is my teenager depressed? Is it possible for her to grow out of depression? If you’re a parent and you’ve wondered this, you are not alone. Often written off as teen moodiness, teen depression is in fact a diagnosable condition – and it can impact a teen’s life in a big way. Sometimes you may feel like there has […] Read more…
There is an abundance of information about how anxiety impacts our health—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Have you considered the impact anxiety may have on the health of your relationship? Take a look at my article on GoodTherapy’s blog. It’s all about how and why anxiety destroys relationships and what you can do to stop it from […] Read more…
Have you seen Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out movie yet? It’s a fun, heartfelt movie with the right amount of laughs, tears, struggles, and victories. You’ll watch characters overcome adversity with love, confidence, and sacrifice. Inside Out is made by those who brought you favorites like Up and Toy Story. It follows the emotional experiences of […] Read more…
It’s summer! What does that mean for you and your family? Summer is a time to regroup, reconnect, and redirect your child’s mind toward positivity. Healthy summer activities can protect your child’s self esteem, interest in learning, and his or her relationship with you. For many families, summer isn’t always about fun and relaxation. It’s often far too easy to […] Read more…
If your teen has been lying to you, you may feel powerless and frustrated. Lying is a habit that can quickly spiral out of control. However, addressing the problem may be quite possible. As a parent, you have more power than you may feel like you do right now. Here are the five steps you can take that […] Read more…
What puts your anxiety over the edge? Frustration? Being tired? Holding it all in for way too long? If you’re looking for an effective way to reduce stress, expressing your anger in purposeful ways can help. If you spend excess energy on worry, deeper feelings and needs go unaddressed. Acknowledging anger is a tool that will help you organize, […] Read more…