Written by: Lauren Martin As mental health professionals, we know that parents/caregivers are always on the look out for signs that their child or teen is struggling. You want the best for your child and want to support them as best you can! Sometimes early signs of mental health concerns are hard to notice - Here is a quick guide to some of the most common mental health concerns for kids/teens:[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin Whether you’ve been to therapy before, or you’re starting out for the first time, every experience in counseling is unique. Beginning therapy is both a time and financial commitment to yourself, so it’s important that your needs are being met in your sessions. Here are some tips as to how you can get the most out of your therapy sessions: Prepare for Sessions: B[...]

Written by: Anjelika Angosta The changing of the seasons means that we are experiencing the natural cycle of transformation and renewal through constant movement of time. For some, the changing of the seasons can signify a measure of time, but for others, the changing of the seasons simply means that it’s time to bring out the winter coats and jackets. The winter season can feel like the longest[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin You and your child/teen may have reached the point where you’re thinking about speaking with a mental health professional to help with your concerns. This can be an overwhelming decision to make as you wonder how counseling can help your child. To help you make your decision, here are some benefits of taking your child to see a counselor, therapist, or other mental heal[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin So, you and your child have decided that they would like to start seeing a counselor - great job for taking this important step to help support your child’s mental health! You and your child may be feeling uncertain about what counseling is and what it will look like in action, especially if you’ve never been to counseling before. It’s important for many to feel pre[...]

Written by: Alizah Qadri New diets and trending weight loss products, viral exercise plans, constantly evolving and unrealistic body standards alongside familial expectations on eating; These ideas keep us in a chain that continues a cycle of emotional and mental turmoil. Unfortunately, it is these very things that can trigger disordered eating, negative body image, and episodes of restriction and[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin Oftentimes, as children become teenagers, their desire for greater independence grows. This is a developmentally appropriate shift that typically occurs during this stage of life! However, during this time, it can be difficult to manage your own level of involvement in your teen’s life. Sometimes it might feel like you are not doing enough, or that you are doing too muc[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin These days, children and teenagers can be consistently exposed to negative messages about themselves. These messages can come from a variety of sources, including media such as music, TV, and movies, comments from family and friends, or self-comparison on social media. It’s from these sources that children can develop negative thoughts and feelings about themself. It’[...]

Written by: Lisa Wagner Receiving treatment through a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a significant step towards mental health recovery. These programs equip individuals with essential coping skills, therapy techniques, and emotional support. However, the real challenge often begins after discharge, when individuals must continue their progress indepe[...]

Written by: Lauren Martin While holidays from various traditions are celebrated throughout the year, a new holiday season is quickly approaching for many of us. The holiday season is a time to get together and celebrate with friends and family, and these celebrations often involve sharing meals together. Because of the emphasis placed on food and eating during this time of the year, individuals mi[...]