Therapy for young children does not look like traditional talk therapy as most young children learn by doing. Typically play therapy will be used for young children which is a combination of playing games, art activities, movement and talking. […]
You’ve taken the first step and made an appointment for your child with a therapist – now what? It’s very typical for parents to be nervous about telling their child that they are going to see a therapist. […]
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Telehealth, or accessing sessions with your therapist remotely, has been around for several decades, and increased significantly during and following the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth allows you to meet with your therapist from the comfort and convenience of your own home, along with many additional benefits. […]
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) poses many challenges to parents in contemporary society. ADHD is a common condition that impacts an estimated 7.5% of all children and adolescents living in the United States. The onset of ADHD, however, rarely occurs on its own and is often associated with comorbid conditions. Individuals who present with one […]
Dear patients, colleagues, and friends, Sunshine dances, BBQ aromas fill the air, toes buried in sand—summer has arrived! In this season of boundless possibility, may you find the time to embrace every joy it offers. From lazy afternoons spent by the water’s edge to adventurous hikes through lush green forests, let every moment be a […]
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) is often used as an umbrella term to describe repetitive and compulsive behaviors, which is also known as habit disorder. The condition, which is often associated with Tic Disorders (TD), presents in three distinct categories including trichotillomania, excoriation, and onychophagia. In the case of trichotillomania, the person engages in hair pulling, […]
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Maintaining physical health is often a primary goal among adults in the United States. Many individuals emphasize the importance of exercise and attempt to implement physical activity routines into their busy lives. However, fewer individuals give much thought to the concept of exercising their mental health, which can be as important as exercising their physical […]
Dear patients, colleagues, and friends, Spring is a season that many people tend to overlook, seeing it as a transition season. Regarding mental health, transitional periods can be some of THE most crucial in our progress. Without transitions, people would lack the ability to develop and evolve into the person that they really strive to […]
A psychological evaluation can have some important implications for your child at school. There are two levels of support in the school setting for children who have mental health diagnoses, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and a 504 plan. An IEP is a more intensive level of support and is special education. An IEP has […]
Change and new advances in technology are often exciting and full of the opportunity to create new connections on many levels. Think of social media and Instagram and how wonderful it is to connect daily to people whose interests one shares. Fortunately, many therapists have embraced the opportunity that technology offers in the form of […]
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