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CONNECT 2: Mini May Focus Group for Teen Girls is Underway!
KS Services hosted the second session of our outdoor mini May focus group for teen girls on Mother's Day. Led by Licensed Resident in...
Lauran Thomas
May 13, 20211 min read
Sign Up Now for May CONNECT Teen Girl Group!
KS Services is excited to have an in person 4-week group for teen girls focusing on the acronym CONNECT! C-cultivating compassion...
Lauran Thomas
Apr 14, 20211 min read
Welcome Debbie Rackham, MA to the KS Services' Team!
Today we would like to welcome Debbie Rackham, MA, as a new Licensed Resident in Counseling under the direct supervision of Lauran Thomas...
Lauran Thomas
Apr 7, 20211 min read
You Just Don't Get It! Mother & Daughter Workshop
KS Services family, please join Lauran Thomas and Laura Waller at a FREE in-person workshop focused on mother-teen daughter communication.
Lauran Thomas
Mar 17, 20211 min read
Increasing Self-Awareness through the Wheel of Emotions
Do you ever find yourself regularly asking your partner, spouse, or even teen, "How are you?" and the response is the same. "Good."...
Lauran Thomas
Nov 4, 20201 min read
Listen to a Kitchen Conversation with a Licensed Professional Counselor
Pull up a chair to the kitchen table and join the conversation between Lauran Thomas, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Michelle...
Lauran Thomas
Sep 23, 20201 min read
Ever Wonder How to Move Past an Argument or Past Injury?
These tips and resources are valuable tools to keep in mind when you are processing with your partner a fight or regrettable incident.
Lauran Thomas
May 8, 20202 min read
Four Marriage Communication Themes that Get in the Way of Connection
Dr. John Gottman spent years researching communication in marriage and worked to find common themes that made for satisfying unions.
Lauran Thomas
May 4, 20201 min read
The Magic of an “I” Statement
One way we can have effective communication in our lives is to shift from statements that center on “you” to "I."
Lauran Thomas
Apr 29, 20201 min read
Quick Tips for Healthy Communication
Communication isn’t easy. It takes work and practice. We aren’t always going to get it right, and that is normal. Healthy communication...
Lauran Thomas
Apr 1, 20202 min read
Dear Parent: You Matter Too.
Many of us are finding ourselves in unchartered territory lately… We have kids home from school for an unidentified amount of time, and...
Lauran Thomas
Mar 27, 20202 min read
Building Up Your Toolbox: Quick strategies for dealing with anxiety
Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations but having a few tangible coping skills in your toolbox can make you feel stronger.
Lauran Thomas
Mar 23, 20202 min read
Self Care Outside
Self care looks different for everyone. Now is the perfect time to unwind, breathe for a moment, and get exploring outside on local hikes!
Lauran Thomas
Mar 20, 20203 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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