Learning From Adversity: The Power of Optimism
Have you ever noticed that the characters in fairy tales usually start the story with a big problem? Cinderella’s father leaves her with that awful step-family, Ariel’s father won’t let …
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The Wonder Years: How to Parent Teens
We called this article, “The Wonder Years,” because many parents have absolutely no clue how to adjust when their little bundle of love and affection becomes an aloof and mysterious …
From Exhausted to Energized: Four Easy Ways To Get Things Done
A wise person once said that everyone would benefit from five minutes of meditation a day. Except for those who are too busy. They need ten minutes a day. The …
The Marshmallow In The Room: Developing Self-Control In Children
If I say the word, “marshmallow,” your first thought is probably about smores, camping, and bears. Oh my! (Or, if you are like me, maybe a Veronica Mars reference will …
What’s In A Name? Coping With A New Diagnosis
Being diagnosed with a mental health issue can be overwhelming. There are many questions to be answered, and a host of feelings to contend with. In a way, receiving a …
Step Off The Bus Gus: Helping Children With Anxiety
As parents, we will do anything to ensure that our kids are feeling well. We check that they are clothed, fed, and, if at all possible, in a good mood …
How Mindfulness Helps Relieve Anxiety and Depression
The ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said: If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are …
Fixed Versus Growth Mindsets
The hero stories that inspire us the most are about the people who overcome challenges. The athletes who were told they would never walk, and break speed records for their …
New Year Thoughts and SMART Goals
Some statistics estimate that between 45% – 62% of Americans make New Years Resolution. And just 8% of those resolution makers report success. A new year or new beginning often …
Psychological Disorder’s Impact on Social Skills
Typically it is not a label or diagnosis that brings in an individual for therapy services, but rather it is a family member, friend, or self-identified difficulty with interactions that …