Why Routines Are Especially Important for Kids with ADHD
Caroline Buttrey , M.S.W
For children with ADHD, the world can often feel unpredictable and overwhelming. Their brains are constantly taking in information, jumping from thought to thought, and struggling to filter out distractions. This is where routines become incredibly powerful. A consistent...
5 Ways to Keep Your Cool in the Summer!
Becca Samelson-Webb , M.A.
With Memorial Day just around the corner and temperatures rising, that can only mean one thing: summer is coming! The summer can be full of fun with pool parties, beach trips, cookouts, and vacations. But with the fun comes...
Talking Tips for Teens 2
Stephen Walters , M.Div., M.A.
So far in 2025, I have been giving parents some tips on how to talk to their teens, and last time I started giving teens tips on how to talk to parents. My hope is that communication in the...
Why Premarital Counseling?
Jessica Gross , M.A.
Research shows that 41% of first marriages, 60% of second marriages, and 73% of third marriages end in divorce. Premarital counseling can significantly improve your chances of marital success—studies indicate that it decreases the likelihood of divorce by 31%....
The Impact of Seeking Therapy When You or a Loved One is Struggling with Addiction.
Sarah Mixson , M.S.W.
There are many misconceptions around addiction that often prevent individuals in active addiction from reaching out. There is a fear of judgement from others as well as navigating stigma around seeking treatment. As a therapist who has previously worked...
How to Talk to Your Teen – Part 3
Stephen Walters , M.Div., M.A.
So far this year, we have been looking at tips on how to talk to our teenagers and how to make 2025 “The Year of Communication.” In Part 1, we looked at avoiding lecturing, active listening, and validation instead...
The Second Arrow: Self-Compassion in Grief
Bailey Smith , M.Ed.
When you hear the word “grief,” what emotions come to mind? We typically tend to associate grief with the sadness of losing a loved one. What’s often less visible are the many other emotions that accompany grief, some of...
Chronic Pain Series: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Chronic Pain
Alyssa Kiss , M.A.
Experiencing chronic pain can make it tough to know how to approach therapy. With so many options, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what might be most helpful. In this blog, I explore one specific approach that can...
Winning Your Wife Back: Three Ways to Rebuild Connection with Confidence
Jason Howard , M.A.
If your marriage feels like it’s slipping or slipping away, your instinct might be to try harder —buy flowers, do more around the house, say “yes” to everything she asks. But the hard truth? Overcompensating with niceness can actually...