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Arm Our Schools with Resources and Our Children with Support

Last night I watched a substance abuse panel where an articulate, passionate, young man who identified as an addict in recovery stated...

What my puppy taught me about the importance of WHY.

I just wanted to go on a walk with my puppy. Is that too much to ask? Turns out- a simple walk was causing major stress and fighting...

Lost in Translation: How to go back to basics and avoid arguments when communicating with your teen.

Look- communication is hard. Like really challenging. Unbelievably difficult. Yet it’s a task we face all day every day. For parents and...

Back to School Survival Guide

I’ll admit it. I have Fall denial. This time of year I want put my head (or toes) in the sand and pretend that summer lasts throughout...

How Confirmation Bias Impacts Our Teens

Hoping to see your child change their behavior? Well, changing the way you think about them can do just that. Crazy, right? Of course we...

The pressures of "self care"

I am SICK of self care. A therapist who doesn’t like self care you might ask? What is UP with that? Well, let me tell you. The notion of...

Grand(parenting): Clinical Considerations for Working with Multi-generational Families

Grandparents raising their grandchildren is on the rise in the United States. According to PBS NEWSHOUR, grandparents raising their...

Steps to Successful Co-parenting

Steps to Successful Co-parenting Being a parent is a huge responsibility and often times one that is shared with a co-parent. A co-parent...

Vulnerability and acceptance in clinical practice

Wanna know a little secret? I love tough cases. Like really love them and I’ve thrived on the excitement, collaboration, and professional...

Finding Joy in Working With Children Who Struggle With Attachment

Working with a child who has experienced chronic, complex trauma and hasn’t yet developed the skills or allowed herself to risk...

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