First and foremost, if you’ve lost a horse and you’ve found this blog, I am so sorry for your loss. Very few will understand this form of loss like a fellow equestrian understands. Losing a heart horse can be a profoundly devastating experience. The bond between a rider and their horse often transcends that of […]
Tips From A Teen Counselor in Scotch Plains, NJ As we are quickly approaching the new year, a new competition dance season is just around the corner, and the excitement and anticipation among teen dancers are unmatched. For many, this season represents a fresh start, new opportunities, and the chance to build their craft. However, […]
While navigating the world as an LGBTQIA+ individual can be empowering, folks can often face challenges, especially when it comes to finding the right support and resources. Whether you are a teenager starting to explore your identity or an adult searching for community, it is essential to have access to safe, reliable, and affirming resources […]
Insights From A Selective Mutism Therapist in NJ As a parent of a child diagnosed with selective mutism, and a therapist working with children with the same diagnosis, I can relate to the challenges that come with being selectively mute. And while I can understand the experiences of parents in the same situation I was […]
Just one more hour, I tell myself. Even as the words formulate in my mind, I know they are a lie. A lie that I have told myself over and over again. A lie that has time and time again resulted in sitting in a space in pain and trying to push through or pretend I […]
Raising an infant is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and countless learning moments. When your child has Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES), the already difficult journey of parenting becomes even more challenging and complex. What Is FPIES? Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a rare type of food allergy that affects the gastrointestinal system. […]
As I reflect on my own grief hearing about the passing of former One Direction member, Liam Payne, I find myself wondering, how can the death of someone you’ve never met feel like losing a friend? As a teen therapist and grief counselor, this is also a question I often hear from clients after the […]
By: Sireesha Kolli, MD, and Jessica Pizzo, LCSW The transition to motherhood is often jarring – from the physical recovery, to the sleepless nights and a new world of monumental responsibility. The impact of judgments from others and immense societal pressures, can cause many new moms to suffer in silence. However, postpartum challenges are common. […]
Infidelity is a challenging experience that many couples face and it’s much more common than you might think. Infidelity can rock a relationship to its core, oftentimes shattering its original foundation. If you’ve done any unofficial research on infidelity to help you navigate this situation, you may have heard of Belgian-American Psychologist Esther Perel. Esther […]
If you’re reading this then the probability is your child has received a diagnosis of selective mutism. You might be experiencing a multitude of feelings ranging from sadness and worry to frustration and even anger. There might be waves of grief as you think about the dreams you had for your child; making friends at […]