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Beyond the Mask: Discussing Masking in Neurodivergency

Halloween is my favorite holiday of all time, beating out even Christmas in my book. Ever since childhood, I have enjoyed celebrating the...

Beyond the Mask: Discussing Masking in Neurodivergency

Rebekah McKinney

Why Connection is Vital to Kids AND Parents

Parenting is hard. Exhausting. Confusing. Exasperating. Lonely. Even with all those adjectives, that’s an incredible understatement. I...

Why Connection is Vital to Kids AND Parents

Barbara Johns

The Importance of Teaching Children About Emotions

Our society focuses so much on behaviors that feelings tend to be mostly neglected. Think of all of the things you’ve talked to your...

The Importance of Teaching Children About Emotions

I feel lost. How can I help my child?

I often hear parents say: “We have tried everything, yet nothing seems to be working!” during that first initial intake appointment....

Help Yourself Help Your Child: How to Bridge the Developing Brain

Have you ever found yourself wondering why you responded to a situation the way you did? Yes? Me too. I would even argue that I do it...

Help Yourself Help Your Child: How to Bridge the Developing Brain

When your child is struggling try to slow. it. down.

Consider the following scenarios. You are trying to get out the door in the morning, already running ten minutes late, and your...

Is my kid getting worse? : Stages in Play Therapy

I totally empathize. You noticed a while ago that your kid has been really struggling with some things, so you decided to start therapy...

Parenting a Chronically Ill Child

Honest Communication In order for a child to understand what is happening, it’s important to be upfront and honest about their condition...

Recommending Counseling to a Loved One

Imagine this scenario playing out with someone you care about deeply. It is the holiday season. You and your loved ones safely gather for...

Christian Counseling

Embracing the Holidays, COVID Style

Halloween is behind us, which means we are rapidly approaching the holiday season. The season comes with so much: family gatherings,...

Christian Counseling

How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Season Despite COVID-19

Just Call It is important not underestimate the power of a well-meaning phone call. Sit down this season and generate a list of missed...

How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Season Despite COVID-19

The Struggle Is Real: Navigating the Unknown as the School Year Approaches

As the mother of four young children, my husband and I have spent a lot of time lately considering our options, attempting to arrive at a...

Christian Counseling

Jesus and Anxiety: faith and struggle are not mutually exclusive

And I also struggle. I am no stranger to fear and worry and anxiety. For years I was told things like “just trust God more” and “worry is...

A New Normal? Navigating Feelings About the World Opening Back Up.

But after all the figuring out a new normal, now we are opening back up. Many of us are going back into offices, many of us are spending...

Supporting Your Teen Through the Quarantine

As we have learned to navigate our current reality as adults, we also have the opportunity to walk our teenagers through this quarantine...

Can Kids Learn Mindfulness? 6 tips on how to do just that!

If you would like to help your child achieve mindfulness, take a look at the suggestions below to get started. Morning Mindfulness...

Can Kids Learn Mindfulness? 6 tips on how to do just that!

Ways for Parents to Decrease Stress and Increase Positivity Amidst the Chaos of Covid-19

The struggle is real! You are not alone. Here are 5 things to consider that will keep you on the path to a healthier, happier...

Ways for Parents to Decrease Stress and Increase Positivity Amidst the Chaos of Covid-19