Helping Your Child Deal with Anger
Maddie McGarrah , M.Ed.
Anger and temper tantrums/meltdowns in young children, especially under the ages of 7-9, are to be expected and even healthy for a child. It is important for children to be able to experience all emotions. Having these hard emotions...
Kyle and Shelby Wright Lead Golf Tournament to Raise Over $100,000 for Summit Counseling Center
BRENTWOOD, TENNESSEE – November 13, 2023 – Summit Counseling Center, in collaboration with The Wright Family Foundation, is thrilled to announce the remarkable success of the “Hit the Green for Mental Wellbeing” Golf Tournament. Held at the prestigious Governor’s...
How EMDR Can Help People Overcome Trauma
Alexa Mellman , M.S.W.
Over the past 20 years, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has gained increased recognition as an effective treatment for individuals grappling with the debilitating effects of trauma. Developed in the late 1980s by psychologist Francine Shapiro, EMDR...
Transformative Healing: How EMDR Therapy Can Alleviate Depression
Alexa Mellman , M.S.W.
Depression is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. While traditional talk therapy and medication have been staples in depression treatment, an approach known as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is gaining recognition for...
Embracing Connection: A Guide to Overcoming Holiday Loneliness
Alexa Mellman , M.S.W.
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, for many, it can also be a period of intense loneliness. Whether you’re physically distant from loved ones, coping with loss, or simply feeling...
Complex PTSD: Unraveling the Layers of Persistent Trauma
Alexa Mellman , M.S.W.
While Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is well-known and widely recognized, there is another form of trauma-related condition that goes beyond the scope of traditional PTSD. Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), also known as Developmental Trauma Disorder, is a condition...
Understanding the Effects of PTSD: A Guide for Family Members
Alexa Mellman , M.S.W.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition that can have profound effects on the lives of individuals who experience it. However, it is equally important to recognize the impact PTSD can have on the family members...
Monkey Bars and the Normal Grief of Living Well
Alice D. Hoag , Ed.D.
In playgrounds, there used to be a structure called the Monkey Bars. I believe they’re too dangerous to be included in most public spaces anymore, but they were the test of endurance and strength (and bravery) for an entire...
My Child Won’t Remember That…. Will They?
Allison Bates , M.S.
As many children do not hold memories before 2-3 years old and even then, memory is often pretty vague, parents tend to be more lenient about what they say in front of their child before that time period or...