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The Importance of Connection
Over the past few weeks, we have been reflecting together on the addition of Positive Childhood Experiences in our teens and children’s...

Laura Waller
Oct 6, 20213 min read


The Importance of Community
In our series on Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), we have looked at various ways parents can promote a sense of vulnerability and...

Laura Waller
Sep 30, 20213 min read


Creating an Environment that Promotes Vulnerability
In our previous post , we focused on changing our perspective as caregivers from “taking away” to “adding in.” It was noted that a shift...

Laura Waller
Sep 15, 20213 min read


From Taking Away to Adding In
The pandemic has placed obvious strain and pressure on our children and teens. Our children have been resilient in the face of virtual...

Laura Waller
Sep 8, 20213 min read


A Must-Do Tip When Helping Teens Transition Back to In-Person School
As we continue moving forward in our series focused on returning to in-person learning, it is important to spend a few moments thinking...

Laura Waller
Sep 1, 20212 min read


Mapping Out Back to School
The “back to school jitters” are typical for any school year no matter what. During my time as a classroom teacher I would even have back...

Laura Waller
Aug 25, 20213 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


Celebrating Diversity on World Autism Awareness Day
Thursday, April 2, is World Autism Awareness Day, designated by the United Nations to promote awareness, acceptance and inclusion of autistic individuals in every part of the world. Originally designated in 2007, this year’s Awareness Day theme is “ Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value ,” chosen to highlight and affirm the dignity and worth of all autistic people. Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined in the mental health field as a neurological condition characterized b

Amy Zacaroli
Apr 12 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 28, 20252 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 25, 20252 min read
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