Teen Therapy
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Why Extracurricular Activities are Imperative
Extracurricular activities are any activity that a child participates in outside of the typical school curriculum. They can be based on a goal and often serve a specific purpose. These activities are things such as sports, competitive teams, clubs, volunteer programs or performance arts activities. Most schools offer extracurricular activities but they can also be found in your community! There are many reasons why getting your child involved in extracurriculars is so important for their growth and development. Let’s take a look at the top five! Better Physical and Mental Health Physical extracurriculars like sports and clubs can motivate children to exercise and stay active. These clubs can teach…
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How to Speak to Your Child About School Shootings
How to Speak to Your Child About School Shootings *See images below or click here to download the brochure in pdf format!
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The Ins & Outs of Starting Therapy
Are you thinking about finding a therapist for yourself or someone you care about? This can be intimidating for many… you are not alone. Many people put off getting help or treatment due to the fear of the unknown or the stigma around seeing a therapist. This article will provide some answers to help guide you on your journey towards therapy. Explore Your Preconceptions The attitudes we have toward seeking therapy can be influenced by friends, family and/or social media. It will be important to explore what your individual perceptions and attitudes towards therapy are. This can be done on your own time, or even with your new therapist. Work…
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The Importance of Parents (and Siblings) Being in Therapy, Too
To me, one member of the household in therapy, is like only filling one car tire with air… All tires must be full and the axis aligned for the car to run smoothly. This is not just limited to parents, but includes siblings, too.
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Redefining Success: Prioritizing Mental Health in Tumultuous Times
A common concern brought to light in therapy is the tendency for clients to be too hard on themselves, to be too rigid with their expectations, or to fall prey to all or nothing thinking. These thoughts might sound like “It’s not good enough”, “This is not how I pictured it”, “If I don’t get an A, then I might as well fail”, or “That person is so good at it, I must be awful”. As a therapist, I often find myself trying to help my clients be kind to themselves rather than bullying themselves into performance. We try to find the line between being self-motivated and self-critical. These common…