Mar 26, 2024 | Child & Teen Counseling, Family Counseling
The question of a therapist working with more than one child from the same family gives important insight into the dynamics of therapy. It is a question that I get asked a lot, so let’s explore it together. In my experience, families are often pressed logistically...
Feb 7, 2024 | Child & Teen Counseling, Individual Counseling, Teen Counseling
Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. While having high standards can be motivating, an obsession with perfection can lead to stress, anxiety, and a constant fear of failure. Let’s uncover the complexities of perfectionism, its impact on mental well-being, and...
Jan 17, 2024 | Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Teen Counseling
Taking your teen’s phone away isn’t always the answer. Typically, I do not advocate for a teenager to completely lose access to their phone and/or computer as a consequence for a disciplinary measure. It can alter behaviors out of compliance, but this can...
Jan 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
All of us have a template embedded in our consciousness. It primarily originates in our upbringing, although experiences certainly play a role in shaping this template. So, here’s a definition of template: “Something that seems as a model for others to copy, a preset...
Dec 12, 2023 | Addiction, Individual Counseling
Years back, I was talking with a therapist and he said, “I live at the intersection of abuse and addiction.” I had yet to hear something so concise on the formation of addictions. Abuse may not always be involved, but there will inevitably be some level of neglect or...
