Helping Your Teen Prepare for the School Year: Stress Coping Skills As a parent, you may be familiar with the stress and anxiety that can come with the back-to-school season. From adjusting to new schedules to navigating social dynamics, there are a lot of challenges...
The Importance of Using Correct Pronouns in the Classroom and During Treatment for LGBTQ+ Individuals In today’s society, there is a growing awareness and acceptance of individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. It is essential for professionals in the mental health...
Understanding Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, and Coping Strategies What is Anxiety? First and foremost, anxiety is a part of life. Anxiety, like depression, anger, or excitement, is an emotional state that plays an important role in our lives. It’s normal to have anxiety...
Understanding the Link between Diet and Mental Health It’s no surprise that our minds and bodies can influence each other in powerful ways. There is a unique duality to our brains being both an organ in our body and the holder of the looser concept of our ‘minds.’ ...
The Caretaker’s Needs: Self-care while your adolescent is in treatment What to do for yourself when your child is in treatment When your adolescent seeks a higher level of care, there is often a sense of relief that the teenager in your life is connected to a...
Healthy Friendships: How to Talk to Your Teen In the complex and often tumultuous world of adolescence, friendships can significantly impact one’s mental health and behavioral well-being. These relationships are not just a source of joy and companionship;...