How can I make the first day of school a positive experience for my child? The first day of school marks a significant milestone in both your child's and your…
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How to Support Your Child Through College Depression
Understanding the College Transition and Its Emotional Impact Starting college is an exciting milestone. It signifies the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, growth, and independence. Yet, for…
When Depression and Relationship Distress Intersect
Navigating Emotional Challenges: Depression and Relationship Strain When depression intersects with relationship distress, it creates a maze of emotional challenges that can seem insurmountable. Managing life with depression is tough,…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety
Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and effective treatments for anxiety disorders. CBT sessions aimed at treating anxiety focus…
A Day in the Life of a Therapist: 3 Ways They Prioritize Your Care
Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a therapist is like? Perhaps you’re unloading the events of the past week, and it strikes you – do…
Smiling Through the Pain: The Impact of Incongruent Affect and Emotions on Children
Example of Incongruent Affect Imagine a mother and daughter walking along a sidewalk on a beautiful day when they see a man yelling at a little boy, forcefully grabbing him…
What is an Enmeshed Family?
What is an Enmeshed Family? Enmeshment is a complex family dynamic that transcends mere closeness, characterized by a lack of boundaries and blurred lines between family members’ identities. Salvador Minuchin,…