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Siblings are a bittersweet experience of family life.  If we are lucky, they are the people who know us the best, providing friendship and companionship through each life stage and accomplishment. If we are unlucky, they can be a major cause of stress and unhappiness, and sibling fights can make the family home an unpleasant space for all involved. There … Read More

In a world driven by digital connections and fast-paced lives, the value of genuine, adult platonic friendships often takes a backseat. However, these relationships are more vital than ever, serving as a powerful antidote to the rising issues of loneliness and depression. This blog post delves into the significance of making and maintaining adult platonic friendships and how they can … Read More

The beginning of a new school year is an exciting and stressful time for both parents and children. It’s a fresh start, full of possibilities. After a long summer break, children look forward to seeing their friends again and parents look forward to getting back into a daily routine. As a parent, you play a crucial role in setting the … Read More

There are unknowns about the new school year and your child may feel nervous or have a lot of questions like: Who will be in my class? Did any of my friends move away? Will my teacher be nice or strict? These are among the most common questions for children to have. But some children will have more serious questions: … Read More

A common presenting issue for parents bringing their children to therapy is a concern regarding their level of motivation, energy or general engagement in activities of daily living.  “They just want to sleep all day or play video games.” “We barely see him/her, she/ he stays in his/her room all the time and doesn’t go out with friends or spend … Read More

Do you find yourself labeling your child as lazy when they struggle to complete tasks or appear unmotivated? It is essential to recognize that procrastination, anxiety, and perfectionism are often underlying factors behind what may seem like laziness. This blog will delve into these contributing factors and shed light on how they can impact your child’s productivity and well-being. Procrastination: … Read More

Parents frequently request individual therapy for their children and are unsure about their role in this process.  Some parents wish they could be more involved, either be in the therapy room or know what’s happening. Others avoid interaction with the therapist and are clear that they want the child to have their own space and don’t want to intrude, “this … Read More

Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences a person can have. It is an opportunity to shape and guide young lives, to help children grow and develop into successful unhappy adults. Nevertheless, parenting can also be stressful, especially when balancing work, household responsibilities, and social life. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks of … Read More

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month in order to bring awareness to the negative effects of stress. Learning to cope with stress and finding healthy ways to manage it is an important component to living a healthy lifestyle. Stress becomes a problem when there is no relief from it and too much stress, or chronic stress, takes a … Read More

We all know that parenting is stressful, and dealing with a dysregulated child can increase daily stress and overwhelm. How can we decrease patterns of meltdowns and know what to do when a child’s emotions spiral out of control? How can we take care of our own internal stress? The human nervous system is wired for connection. Your child instinctively … Read More