4 ways to Let Go of “Perfect” this Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… right??? What a loaded little jingle that is! For many of us the holiday season is…
5 Tips to Dealing With Back to School Anxiety
It’s that time of year again, Back to School! Is it me, or does this come earlier every year? Back to school can be…
Two Quick Tips for Calming a Tantrum
Let’s face it, therapists are people too! And the children of therapists are also people, and prone to the same behaviors and behavioral issues…
Mental Health Awareness Month- One Small Step for Moms
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and to be honest, I struggled with choosing a topic to focus on because there is such a…
This Spring Break, take a SCREEN Break
This Spring Break you might be tempted to hand your child some technology to keep them busy. Before you do, read this! I can’t…
Growing Your Heart with Gratitude
Increasingly our society has become focused on things, what we have and what we don’t have. Studies have shown that this leaves even the…
A Quick Tip for Talking to Your Kids About “Worry”
Worry is not only a natural part of childhood, it’s a natural part of life. Our brains were designed to worry, if they weren’t…
Peppa Pig for Christmas this Year
My daughter has been asking for everything Peppa Pig for Christmas this year, so I couldn’t think of a better surprise than taking her…
Quick Tips to Deal with Holiday Stress
First, notice that the title of this article is not “Quick Tips to Get Rid of Holiday Stress.” Why? Because the holidays are stressful. That…
3 Easy Ways to be Mindful with your Children Today
Mindfulness is a bit of a mental health buzzword right now, and for good reason! Research is showing that daily mindful practice can improve…