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When Is It Time to Talk to a Therapist? How to Recognize When Distress Goes Beyond “Normal”
Is your distress lasting too long or interfering with daily life? Learn when it’s time to seek therapy for yourself or a teen loved one.

Lauran Thomas
Aug 252 min read


Helping Teens (and Ourselves) Focus on What We Get a Vote In
Help your teen build emotional resilience by focusing on what they get a vote in. Download a free visual and start a conversation that matters.

Lauran Thomas
Jul 222 min read


The Four Relationship Habits That Cause Damage—and How to Fix Them
The Four Horsemen can damage relationships—but each has a healthy antidote. Learn how to improve communication and connection.

Lauran Thomas
Jun 241 min read


Betrayal Isn’t Just Physical—10 Emotional Betrayals That Can Hurt Relationships
Emotional betrayal can hurt just as much as an affair. Learn 10 non-sexual betrayals that damage trust—and how couples counseling can help.

Lauran Thomas
May 211 min read


Intentional Connection in Intimate Relationships
Build a deeper connection with intentional date ideas that prioritize 'Weness,' helping couples strengthen their bond and foster unity.

Lauran Thomas
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Alternatives to Screen Time
Do your kids often complain of being bored and say, "I have nothing to do"? We have created a handy two-page printable guide filled for you!

Lauran Thomas
Jul 8, 20241 min read


How Well Do You Know Yourself?
Have you ever completed a personality test online just for fun? It may seem an amusing thing to do, but it is actually valuable to be...

Lauran Thomas
Mar 15, 20242 min read
A New Year For Passion, Purpose and Pushing Past Discomforts!
As 2024 begins, it brings an opportunity to ask ourselves thought-provoking questions! What are the things in life that I am passionate...

Lauran Thomas
Jan 2, 20242 min read


KS Services Now Offering ADHD Consultations
KS Services is now offering ADHD Consultation services held by an ADHD Clinical Services Provider. Image courtesy of Highland Springs...

Lauran Thomas
Feb 15, 20232 min read


ADHD Services Now Offered!
KS Services, LLC is proud to announce that Laura Waller, LPC, has recently finished certification to become an ADHD Certified Clinical...

Lauran Thomas
Jan 2, 20231 min read


Register today for Project CONNECT: Teen Girl Group Therapy
KS Services is excited to announce a group therapy opportunity for teen girls ages fourteen to seventeen. Project CONNECT is a group...

Lauran Thomas
Aug 18, 20222 min read
KS Services's New Office Space is Open!
This past Friday KS Services hosted an Open House to share our exciting new office space which just opened for in-person appointments in...

Lauran Thomas
Jun 6, 20221 min read


KS Services's New Office Open House
KS Services, LLC is pleased to announce that we have a new in-person office location opening in the Burke/Springfield, VA area. Please...

Lauran Thomas
May 18, 20221 min read


Small Things Often Build Connection
As we enter into the holiday season and the pressure to show up for multiple events, holiday parties, and the gift requests begin, I want...

Lauran Thomas
Dec 2, 20211 min read


Narcissism – Is it abusive???
Narcissism is subtle. Your partner may be kind, loving, and caring in public, but at home the disguise is removed, and they are...

Lauran Thomas
Jul 21, 20214 min read


Narcissism – What do I do???
“Tina likes her coworker Janet. However, when they are interacting with their superiors or colleagues, it always feels like Janet has to...

Lauran Thomas
Jul 14, 20214 min read


Narcissism – How do you recognize it?
Gaslighting. Flying Monkeys. Love-bombing. Do these have anything to do with narcissism? Yes! Granted, these terms do sound ridiculous....

Lauran Thomas
Jul 7, 20213 min read


Narcissism – What is it Really???
“He is such a narcissist!” … “She is so narcissistic!” … “What a narcissist!!” … We’ve probably all heard phrases like these, especially...

Lauran Thomas
Jun 30, 20212 min read


Couples Connect: KS Services Hosts Gottman Relationship Workshop
Do you find that you and your partner are going through the day to day motions but not enjoying each other? Do you feel a sense of...

Lauran Thomas
Jun 11, 20211 min read


Connect 3: Mini May Focus Teaching Skills to Enhance Teen Girl Wellness
KS Services hosted the third session of our outdoor mini May focus group for teen girls this past Sunday. Led by Licensed Resident in...

Lauran Thomas
May 20, 20211 min read


How Big Is Your Child's Fear?
A lot of children are anxious these days. In fact, anxiety is the most common mental health diagnosis in the United States for children...

Amy Zacaroli
Sep 282 min read


When Is It Time to Talk to a Therapist? How to Recognize When Distress Goes Beyond “Normal”
Is your distress lasting too long or interfering with daily life? Learn when it’s time to seek therapy for yourself or a teen loved one.

Lauran Thomas
Aug 252 min read


Helping Teens (and Ourselves) Focus on What We Get a Vote In
Help your teen build emotional resilience by focusing on what they get a vote in. Download a free visual and start a conversation that matters.

Lauran Thomas
Jul 222 min read
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