Aug 13, 2021 | Depression, Teens, Uncategorized
If left untreated, teenage depression can evolve into a life-long illness. However, if it is addressed at the early stages, it is very probable the depression can be cured. In more serious cases, a combination of therapy and medication may be necessary. Causes of...
Aug 4, 2021 | Parenting, Play Therapy, Teens, Uncategorized
When left to their own devices, children act out their innermost feelings and emotions through creative play and is well-known as a method of counseling for young children. Surprisingly to many, adolescents play therapy is still quite effective. As children grow into...
Jul 12, 2021 | Depression, Teens, Uncategorized
According to the CDC, approximately 1.9 million children between the ages of 3 and 17 have been diagnosed with depression. The World Health Organization cites that globally, depression is one of the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents. Early...
May 27, 2021 | Children, Parenting, Teens, Uncategorized
All kids experience ups and downs navigating through childhood and that doesn’t necessarily mean they need pediatric therapy. Emotional lows could result from just about anything. Often they’re simply issues with a friend, a bad grade at school or hurt...
May 12, 2021 | Teens, Uncategorized
Counseling for eating disorders goes hand in hand with recovery from an eating disorder. Counseling for your teen is a key component in their recovery process. Teens who engage in a combination of eating disorder counseling and a treatment program have a higher...
Apr 8, 2018 | Children, Current Events, Family, Men, Parenting, PTSD, Teens, Trauma, Uncategorized, Women
After The Storm: (Ages 6 and Under) Typical Behaviors: During and after events, like the recent storms, people can experience a great amount of stress – children are no different. This stress can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms or behaviors. Those most...
Dec 19, 2017 | Family, Parenting, Play Therapy, Teens, Uncategorized
Connecting with adolescents and building a therapeutic alliance can be daunting for even a seasoned therapist. How can trust be established and a relationship built when an adolescent is reluctant to engage with a therapist? Play therapy is the answer! Play gives us...
