Supporting Teenagers Through Difficult Times
Sarah Mixson , M.S.W.
Adolescence is a time of growth, change, and challenges. For many teens, it can be difficult to navigate academic pressures, social dynamics, and personal struggles. As a parent, it can be challenging to know when to step in and...
Why Speaking Softly Can Change Everything At Home
Diana Campos Pena , M.Ed.
The Power of a Soft Voice: Calming Your Child (and Yourself) Sometimes parenting can feel loud, especially when emotions are high and your child isn’t listening. When stress builds up, it’s easy to raise your voice without even noticing....
Por Qué la Cultura Importa en la Terapia: Una Charla Cercana para Latinos
Walter Da Silva , M.A.
¡Hola! Hablemos Sobre la Consejería y la Cultura La terapia puede dar un poco de miedo, ¿verdad? Especialmente si vienes de una cultura en la que hablar de sentimientos no es precisamente una tradición familiar. Pero aquí está la...
Multiculturalism in Counseling: Understanding and Supporting Latino Communities
Walter Da Silva , M.A.
Hola! Let’s Talk About Counseling and Culture Therapy can feel a little intimidating, right? Especially if you come from a culture where talking about feelings isn’t exactly a family tradition. But here’s the truth: everyone deserves to feel heard...
4 Practical (and Fun) Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship This Holiday Season
Jason Howard , M.A.
The holidays bring all the joyful chaos: crowded schedules, too much food, and family members giving unsolicited advice. With all this added pressure, it’s easy to feel like you and your partner are more “survival teammates” than “seasoned soulmates.”...
Recognizing Signs of Anxiety in Children: A Short Guide for Parents
The First Step is Recognition Anxiety can be tough for anyone, and it can be especially scary for parents when their child experiences these difficult feelings. However, with the support of family, a trusted support system, and professional help...
Completing the Stress Cycle
Jennifer Acker , M.A.
Understanding ADHD in Teens
Jessica Gross , M.A.
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. The essential feature of ADHD is a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity...
The Importance of “Mattering” to Teens
Bailey Smith , M.Ed.
I recently read the book “Never Enough” by Jennifer Breheny Wallace, which dives into achievement culture among adolescents and how it contributes to mental health concerns like anxiety and depression. Through my own school-based counseling work with high school...