Jul 31, 2023 | Family, For Patients, Parenting, Uncategorized
Parenting is an important responsibility… It can also be a difficult responsibility! Our team knows that raising healthy, successful children is not an easy endeavor. In this blog, we are going to take a look at common parenting struggles and some tips for managing...
Jul 25, 2023 | Couples, Family, For Patients, Uncategorized
Drs. John and Julie Gottman, founders of The Gottman Institute, conceptualized the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse for relationships. These horsemen are behaviors that cause problems in relationships. In this blog, we will take a look at those 4 horsemen, or behaviors to...
Apr 13, 2023 | Couples, Family, For Patients, Parenting, Uncategorized
Chronic illness unfortunately afflicts a dramatic number of people living today. The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy states that “Approximately 35.3 million Americans, young and old, are limited in their daily functioning because of a chronic...
Apr 7, 2023 | Family, For Patients, Parenting, Technology, Uncategorized, Women
Motherhood is a demanding and challenging job that comes with many responsibilities. From juggling the needs of children, managing household chores, and maintaining a career or personal life, mothers have a lot on their plate. Fortunately, technology has made it...
Feb 10, 2023 | Depression, Family, Uncategorized
It is estimated that 20 million adults in America have had at least one major episode of depression. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/major-depression It stands to reason that millions of Americans are in loving relationships with these partners that suffer...
Feb 23, 2023 | Couples, Family, For Patients, Uncategorized
Everyone experiences problems throughout their lives, sometimes quite regularly. These problems are subjective, meaning what is a problem for one person may not be considered a problem by someone else. Problems arise in families, relationships, between peers and...
Aug 29, 2022 | Divorce, Family, Uncategorized
Divorce has infiltrated our culture more and more over the years. It is not uncommon to hear about a friend, relative, or neighbor preparing to divorce their spouse. While this practice may sometimes be in the couple’s best interests, it can still be a hard...
Jun 14, 2022 | Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Counselor Maddy shares a review of The Yes Brain by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D. A transcription of this video is available below. Resources Mentioned In This Video: The Yes Brain The Whole Brain Child Video Transcription: Good morning,...
Jun 14, 2022 | Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Counselor Emily gives parents a quick resource to help build emotional health with their children. A transcript of this video is available below. Resources Mentioned In This Video: Jenga Uno Video Transcription: Hi, I’m Emily with Garrett Counseling. So today I...
May 17, 2022 | Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Counselor Madelyn made this video to discuss setting limits using a concept pulled from Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), the “ACT” Method. A transcription of this video is available below. Video Transcription: Madelyn: Good morning, everybody. My...
Jan 5, 2022 | Adoption, Family, Parenting, Uncategorized
Raising a child is a challenging, yet rewarding feat. When it comes to blending a family with a child who has been adopted, the dynamic of challenges is different. It can be a bit more complex depending on the age of the child and what they have already experienced in...
Dec 8, 2021 | Family, Holidays, Uncategorized
As a Huntsville center for counseling, we know that some families are loud, chaotic, and full of merry cheer. Others are more low key just doing what they do to celebrate their traditional holiday. Some families have unresolved issues leading to an unpleasant get...
