- By Lisa Macias Working with teenagers can feel both rewarding and challenging for families and for therapists. Your child is growing quickly, figuring out who they are, and often wanting more space from the adults in their lives. Even if they don’t always show...
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Low Mood in Children & Teens It started with stomachaches. First on Monday mornings, then most school days. At first, you wondered if it was something they ate, or maybe nerves about a test. But then the headaches started. Your...
The holidays tend to amplify everything—the joy, the coziness, the nostalgia, and also the tension and familiar family dynamics that can feel heavier this time of year. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking:• “I love them, but being around my family can be a lot.”•...
By: Saumya Patel and Jaclyn Long Helping a Child Who Hits and Kicks “Your calm presence can actually help wire your child’s brain for future emotional regulation.” - Saumya Patel For many parents, few moments are more challenging than when a child lashes out with...