If you have a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD, you know one of the main symptoms is hyperactivity. In other words, your child may seem to have an excess of energy, and all of that energy needs to be channeled. Unfortunately, modern kids are far less physically active than kids from just 20 […]
Guest Post: Disabled Parenting: A Road Worth Traveling
Disabled Parenting: A Road Worth Traveling By Ashley Taylor If you’re expecting your first bundle of joy, congratulations. Having a baby is one of the greatest joys in life. But, as all new parents can attest, it also comes prepackaged with sleepless nights, never-ending worry, and a 24/7 workload. Navigating the early stages of parenthood […]
Parenting with a PLAN! : Core Family Values
Many parents come to me and ask for help because their children are misbehaving. I always ask what their plan is. What works for them in disciplining and what doesn’t? It is an interesting conversation. Because raising a family based upon no specific values or plan often feels chaotic. So I guide the parents into […]
Baby birds are leaving the nest (goodbye high school / hello college)
It is that time of year again, where teens all over the country are getting ready to graduate high school and many are leaving home for the first time. While this is sad and anxiety producing for the parents, teens may not be as prepared as they need to be for the transition to college […]
How to help your anxious child.
Parental support of children with anxiety When your child has anxiety, it can very stressful as a parent. Many parents ask me what they can do at home to support what I am working on with their child in their counseling session. I believe that it is most important to not offer advice but to […]