Perhaps this will sound familiar. You have graduated from the academic portion of your life and have moved on to the next phase. You are somewhere in your 20s or 30s. Maybe you are working a first job, a job that pays the bills, or if you’re lucky, the start of a career that excites […]
In part 1, we dived into the first 3 tips to develop and strengthen your sense of self and trust in yourself. In order to develop an intimate relationship with yourself, you must get to know your inner world, your body, and how it connects with the outer world. Adult children of narcissists or emotionally […]
Being raised in a narcissistic family or by a parent with narcissistic tendencies or full-blown Narcissistic Personality Disorder can wreak havoc on a child’s emotional development. These children learn that their parents’ emotional needs come first. The impact is a child who must contort who they are to win their parents’ approval and have their […]
When your child is involved in a competitive sport, they can spend the majority of their youth working towards mastering their craft. Eventually, this can continue into their college years with the hopes of making it as a professional. With athletics comes structure, fitness, identity, teamwork, and passion. These benefits can support your child in […]
What is Equestrian Trauma? Equestrian Trauma is an umbrella term for a variety of issues equestrians may face. Indeed, equestrian trauma is not so much about the severity of the incident that occurred but rather the impact on the Equestrian’s mental health. The following events may be considered traumatic: Falling off your horse and having […]
As a parent, it is natural to feel a heightened sense of concern when your child is having problems. You want to be in the best position to make the right decision for your child, so you may be researching safe and effective treatments. Especially, when it comes to your child. You may have been […]
A few days ago, I was aimlessly scrolling through social media. I came across a post that was being shared over and over again by folks I had gone to high school with. The post in question was posted by the family of a 14 year old freshman at my alma mater who died by […]
Yes, it’s frustrating to live with food allergies. No, this is not a personal choice of yours to avoid certain foods. Going to parties, restaurants, and get-togethers can be anxiety-inducing for many reasons. When you live with food allergies, you may be wondering what you’re going to eat and if the food will be safe. […]
Are you a “chronic procrastinator”? Do you find yourself constantly putting things off, even super important things, despite the consequences? If you feel like you’ve tried everything and still can’t stop procrastinating, you’ve come to the right place. How many of us often find ourselves washing and drying our laundry only to leave the clean […]
Since the pandemic, therapy services are in high demand for all ages, but especially for children and youth. With the school year or extracurricular activities in your child’s life, it can feel difficult to balance all of the priorities for the wellness of your child. You want what’s best for them. You want them to […]