Youth & Technology: Is It Time for a Reset?
Technology is an integral part of families and children’s life. It has its advantages, but can also create new challenges, …
Category: DIY Mental Wellness
How can families still find hope and strength 8 months into the pandemic
As we enter our eighth month of this global pandemic, and what feels like our “new normal,” I’ve been thinking …
The Benefits of Setting Clear Boundaries at Home for Children
Even in normal conditions children will often try to test our boundaries. The changes brought by COVID-19 added a level …
Fostering a Positive Family Environment During Stressful Times
Director of Outpatient Clinical Services Joshua Essery, PsyD, ABPP provides insight on fostering a positive family environment during stressful times …
Back to School in 2020
When community numbers of COVID-19 cases started to rise, my husband and I were faced with some serious decisions regarding …
Words to Live By
When my now three year old twins started attending childcare, I struggled with the message that I wanted to send …
Questioning In Quarantine: How Can LGBTQ+ Kids Stay Safe During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
There is one thing, across the board, that we can all agree on — 2020 is a bummer! Every week …
From Adversaries To Allies: How Single Parents And Teachers Can Partner For Student Success
I still remember the feeling of existential dread as I waited outside my son’s classroom for our parent teacher conference. …
Social Isolation In Children At Home Or At School: What You Can Do To Help
Humans are wired to be communal and connected with others. So when we become socially isolated from others, it can …
Setting Up Your ADHD Child For Success
If you have a child with ADHD, it may feel like you should get a gold sticker (or two!) just …
