Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health
Behavioral Treatment for Toddlers
It’s the middle of the afternoon and Mary’s 16 month old son just won’t settle down. No matter what she tries to do, he just continues to cry, fuss and…
Adult & Couples Therapy, Mental Health
Can Lack Of Sleep Make You Depressed or Anxious?
How much sleep should I be receiving? The National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults receive between seven and nine hours of sleep each night. Sleep becomes a concern when an…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Can I Learn It Myself Or Do I Need A Professional?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been proven to be a very effective treatment for mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression. With the large variety of CBT self-help books…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Is a Montessori Early Education Program a Good Option for Children with Autism?
What is the Montessori Method? The Montessori Method was developed in 1907 by Dr. Maria Montessori. According to the American Montessori Society, the Montessori approach is recognizable by several hallmarks….
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Five Reasons Kids Hate School and How You Can Help Them
1. Homework Why it can be a challenge: One of the earliest home battles related to school is often homework. When to do, how to do it, where to do it,…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Helping Your Teen Cope With Stress
Among the adolescents I see in my office, some common topics of conversation include friends, family, school and stress. Most often, the stress is connected to school, with adolescents feeling…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
When Is The Right Time To Change My Child’s Therapist?
Finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task. With so many different provider options with differing approaches and areas of expertise, the decision can feel overwhelming. Of course,…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Can Homeopathic Medicine or Alternative Treatments Treat Autism Spectrum Disorder?
What is homeopathy? Homeopathy was developed in Germany in the late 1700s by a man named Samual Hahnemann. It is a practice of healing techniques based on the theory that…
Mental Health
The Effects of Stress On Teens And What You Can Do About It
According to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA), 13- to 17-year-olds are experiencing stress at a higher level than they themselves consider to be healthy. What’s the…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
How Do I Know If My Child’s Anger Is Normal?
Anger is an adaptive and harmless emotion that every child experiences. Anger is an important emotion as it provides information to children about when they are being wronged. Youth learn…
