Grief and Loss
In this video, you’ll learn what happens when you are grieving and tips on how to improve your mental health.
Do People Talk With You, But Not Spend Time With You? Examine the Quality of Your Relationships
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S Sometimes my husband and I exchange highlights of our day and it is the extent of our interactions. There are times
Avoiding the Trap of Perfect Parenting
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT You already know that setting and meeting expectations is crucial to development. You’re up on your child’s growth milestones, you’ve read
How Important are Mental Health Days for Children and Adolescents?
Author: Alexis Anderson, LMFT-A What are mental health days? Mental health days are a time set aside for us to reset after a stream of
Red Flags in a Relationship
Author: Halee Smith, LMFT Whenever someone is in a relationship, it can be hard to see red flags sometimes. The relationship is new and exciting,
What Now?: How To Navigate Going From Stay-at-Home Mom To Your Next Stage In Life
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S Have you devoted the past several years to raising children who are now entering into adulthood? Now that your days in
FOMO In a Digital Age: What Is Real?
Author: Halee Smith, LMFT Have you ever experienced FOMO, aka, Fear of Missing Out? Our minds can be occupied by ideas of what we have
The Road to Better Relationship with Your Stepchild
Author: Alexis Anderson, LMFT-A Are you a stepparent to a child who has struggled with the transition of your new family? This transition can be
How to be Sensitive, but not Easily Offended
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S Have you ever been told, “You’re too sensitive,” or “Get over it,” after someone hurt you? Or maybe you’ve been guilty
The Principle of First Mention
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S The Principle of First Mention states that the first time we learn about a subject creates a lens from which we
Four Tips for Navigating Life’s Transitions
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT We imagine major life transitions long before they come to fruition. While these changes are often exciting and long anticipated, in
Three Easy Ways to Increase Your Children’s Appreciation for You
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S No matter how much we try as parents, some days it is hard to feel appreciated. However, there are easy ways
How to Use Self Talk to Move Toward Forgiveness
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S Are you feeling consumed with emotional pain and can’t seem to stop replaying an offense? This is a common struggle that
Care for the Caretakers: A Discussion on Parental Self-Care
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT In a family, the emotional health of the parents is vital to the overall well-being of a household. It is important
Managing Your Child’s Separation Anxiety
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT Transitioning back into the school year can be difficult for little ones, especially since there has been less structure and a
How to Combat Anxiety Through Self-Care
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT Often when we hear “self-care” we think of bubble baths and chocolate; while those are wonderful, it only encapsulates a fraction
Time to Make a Change?
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S, RPT-S Researchers have observed 5 stages of change in behavioral problems. Knowing these stages may help provide understanding and facilitate change.
Embracing Fear to Control It
Author: Halee Smith, LMFT The definition of fear is “an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause
How to Create a Family First Aid Kit for Feelings
Author: Diana Bigham, LMFT-S, RPT-S Families can boost emotional skills through playful activities, like the “Family First Aid Kit for Feelings” below. Supplies: shoe box
Parents in Play Therapy? Yes!
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT Parents are an integral part of treatment. Since the time in the therapy room is brief, it is vital to the
Quick Tips for Teen Connection
Author: Rachel Jones, LMFT Listen This sounds easier than it is! You have only limited time with your teen in between school, sports, and work.