The Countdown To Kindergarten
By Mira Friedman Lindquist, L.M.S.W. The fall brings many exciting changes as the days get shorter, the leaves begin to change, and a new school year begins. The fall is…
Read More Reduce Stress with Unstructured Time
By Melissa Katcher, LMSW Life is busy in today’s world. In addition to school and work, we have endless opportunities for activities – from sports, clubs, and classes to parties,…
Read More When Your Child Comes Out
By Joel Davidson, M.A., L.P.C. One day, your child says to you, “Mom, Dad, I need to talk to you about something.” Understandably, that sentence could easily cause some concern…
Read More Active Body and Mind in the Winter Time
By Brittany Kochajda, L.M.S.W. During the winter, the days typically feel short, dark and cold. And as a result, it can feel difficult to stay physically and mentally active. A…
Read More A NEW YEAR, A NEW MINDSET
By Dominic Landini, L.M.S.W. As the new year is upon us, this can be a great time to kickstart a new routine, health goal or mindset for the upcoming year. …
Read More New Kids on the Block: How to Support Your College-Bound Child
By Julie Ponce, L.M.S.W. The transition from high school to college can be both an exciting and scary time. For most, it is the first time they live away from…
Read More Good Sleep Strategies to Make Your School Day a Dream
By Rachel Blaschak, M.S., L.L.P. Sleep is an integral part of a person’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. So it is no wonder that sleep is a critical contributor to…
Read More On Preparing your Child for Therapy
Sarah Hakala, MA LPC The decision to take your child to see a therapist is one that can be very difficult, even agonizing, for parents. Some parents worry their…
Read More Anxiety in Children and How to Provide the Support They Need
Hillary Mortenson, LMSW Anxiety disorders can develop from a broad number of risk factors including genetics, brain chemistry, personality and life events. And in these uncertain times, it is…
Read More Anxiety in Children and Adolescents
Anxiety and worries are normal and common as children develop. Separation from parents, especially at the beginning of the school year, fears of monsters or dogs, hesitation in new situations,…
Read More The Balancing Act with the School Year Beginning
By Laura Johnson-Hughes, L.M.S.W. Families are facing new challenges with the uncertainty of school expectations this Fall. Not only are parents struggling over the decision of in-person vs on-line school, but they are trying…
Read More A Helpful Checklist To Practice Self Care
By Laura Johnson-Hughes So much in life is out of our control We do not always know why things happen the way they do In times of uncertainty it…
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