Helpful Articles

Does My Child Have A Learning Disability?
December 1, 2014

If your child is struggling in school despite receiving extra help, you may be wondering if your child has a learning disability. Figuring out whether your child has a learning disability, and what to do about it, can become...

4 Dangerous Communication Patterns
November 20, 2014

(That Likely Indicate a Need for Couples Counseling.) Arguments happen in all marriages, in fact, they are necessary.  Conflicts often arise because of financial stresses, parenting issues and misunderstandings. Couples must face these daily disagreements in order to operate and function effectively.  However, there...

Tis The Season… To Be Thankful
November 14, 2014

With the holidays upon us, our thoughts often turn to thankfulness. However, illness, depression, relationship or financial problems don’t stop simply because the calendar says it’s time to celebrate. When life is difficult do we abandon thoughts of gratefulness...

Play Therapy: It’s Not Just Glorified Playtime
March 19, 2012

Have you ever noticed the glazed look your 9 year-old gives you when you begin to give a lecture or the way your 4 year-old begins looking around the room when you sit him or her down to have...

Understanding and Treating PTSD
December 29, 2010

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), regardless of its cause, takes a heavier toll than it is widely known on the mind and behavior of its victims. PTSD sufferers feel, think and behave as in a state of prolonged, and for...

The blended family: Be careful before you “step” when involved in kids transitioning between households
December 28, 2010

He who is greatest among you shall be your servant; whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Matthew 23:11-12 One of the most confusing and humbling jobs to have in life must be...

Depression – What it looks like and What to do about it
November 17, 2010

The following article discusses the symptoms of three common types of depression, as well as the value of a comprehensive depression screening.

How to Assist Your Distressed Child
October 13, 2010

Want to help your child be more resilient, achieve greater academic success, be physically healthier, and have improved relationships? The five steps for becoming an Emotion Coach for your child and developing their Emotional Intelligence.

Talk therapy vs. Drugs for the treatment of Depression and Anxiety?
October 6, 2010

This article examines the best treatment approaches for depression and anxiety. The results are drawn from a large survey conducted by ConsumerReportsHealth.org.

How to Protect Your Child from the Pain of Divorce
September 29, 2010

Helpful tips to assist with the divorce process, and to protect your child's emotional wellbeing, and ensure a smooth transition for your family.