What is Childhood Anxiety?
Guest post by Gayle Pape, LCSW Something upsetting happens and your child worries that it might happen again. You talk it over with your child and they bounce back. This cycle is a natural part of a child’s life as they grow and experience new things. However, when your child’s feelings of anxiety […]
How to Talk to Your Teenager – Why Won’t They Just Listen to Me?
Guest post by Sarah Van Meter Are you a parent of a teenager and ever wondered “why won’t my teen listen to me?” or “why don’t they talk to me?” As long as there have been teenagers there appears to have been tension or conflict between parents and their teens. Even as a therapist who […]
How Do You Know if You or a Loved One Suffers from Codependency
guest post by Jennifer Mehochko, LCPC, SEP Have you heard of codependency? It is a surprisingly serious condition that usually develops in childhood, when you learn that it is not safe or ok to focus on yourself. This can create many issues later in life if you don’t develop a healthy sense of your Self. […]
How to Talk to Your Kid So They Will Listen
You love your child, but do you ever wonder if you’d have better luck talking to a rock? Whether they ignore you, talk back to you, or just don’t do what you ask, it can leave you drained and at a loss for what to do. You’re probably wondering, “Why doesn’t my kid listen to […]
How to Cope with School Anxiety
Guest post by Amrit Singh, LSW As the end of August approaches, many students are preparing to return to school. They might feel excited and joyful – or afraid and anxious. If you’re a parent of students in the latter category you might be wondering how to help them cope with school anxiety. Whether your […]