Mental Health Awareness
An important part of therapy includes psychoeducation. I firmly believe in learning the “why” as much as they “how” when it comes to therapy. Mental health awareness is the foundation of well-being. Here is a collection of thoughts, ideas, and research that promotes mental health, parenting skills, and how to find a therapist.
The Mental Health Benefits of Gaming: How Video Games Reduce Aggression, Relieve Stress, and Build Community
Gaming for Mental Health – A Surprising Connection Are you a gamer looking for a healthier way to manage stress or a therapist wondering how video games …
Binge-watching TV for Mental Health
Watching too much TV? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNQMiwDGWAI Do you like to binge-watch TV? Well, here is some interesting research about people who binge-watch TV to reduce anxiety. In a …
Navigating Academic Procrastination: A Guide for Parents
Procrastination is when we wait to do tasks, thinking we'll have time later. It's common among students, but it's not just about poor planning. It's more complex …
Do New Year’s Resolutions Work?
At the end of every year, many people will evaluate their last 365 days and look towards the next year as an opportunity to change, grow, learn, …
Technology rules for kids
As parents in the digital age, we’re navigating uncharted waters. With screens being an integral part of our lives, it's essential to understand how to manage our …
Children’s Grief Awareness Month
Hello and welcome. Below are the links to the coloring pages I have created for Children's Grief Awareness Month. You are welcome to print, share, and color …
Male Postpartum Depression
Amidst the joy and excitement of a newborn baby, lies a lesser-discussed, overshadowed issue of Men’s Postpartum Depression (PPD). While traditionally associated with new mothers, postpartum depression …
What is Technostress?
While we benefit immensely from technology, there’s a darker side to the digital world caused by being hyper-connected to technology: technostress. This is not quite the same …
The Healing Power of Gratitude: How Embracing Thankfulness Can Reduce Depression
In this article:The Science of GratitudePractical Tips for Cultivating GratitudeFinal ThoughtsCall Now Depression is a widespread mental health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. While various …
Boosting Your Child’s Confidence: Play Activities for Self-esteem
Raising a confident and happy child is every parent's ultimate goal. In today's world, building a strong foundation of self-esteem in children is more important than ever. …
Monster Moods!
I made a coloring book! Waiting rooms are a real drag for kids. I always love seeing a waiting room with anything other than a TV for …
How do I know if I need grief therapy?
Three of the top grief search statements I see about grief daily are: "Grief therapy near me", "How do I know I need grief therapy?" and "What …
What is Phubbing?
What is Phubbing? It is a funny sounding word. Phubbing is derived from the words "phone" and "snubbing," referring to when someone ignores another person in favor …
Questions to ask when hiring a Play Therapist.
Hiring a play therapist or any therapist for your child requires some homework. It can feel a bit overwhelming and sometimes a bit stigmatizing.
Parenting A Grieving Child
One of the hardest things about being a parent is managing your emotional health while supporting and nurturing a child.
There is more to Guess Who than you might imagine.
Guess Who is one of my favorite games to encourage parents to play at home with their children. And it is surprising how there is so much …
The Power of Play
What is play therapy and how is it used with adults?