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Teen Going to College? Here are 5 Strategies Parents Can Do to Support Their Mental Health
Want some guidance and tips to help prepare your child for college? Here are 5 things to keep in mind as they prepare for their next adventure and to support their mental health!
5 Skills to Help You Regulate Your EmotionsWhen Your Child is Dysregulated
Learn skills and ways to regulate your emotions in this blog with special guest blog writer, Kayla Estenson Williams, LMFT!
The Taylor Swift Eras Tour: A Healing Journey for the Mind and an Unforgettable Experience
Thoughts and reflections from a therapist who is also a Swiftie
5 Toxic & 5 Healthy Friendship Signs
As a teenager, it's important to recognize the signs of both healthy and toxic friendships. Here are 5 signs that a friendship might be toxic, and 5 signs of a healthy friendship.
3 Taylor Swift Songs About Anxiety
Music can be a powerful way to connect with our experiences around mental health. Here are some examples from Taylor Swift and how she sings about anxiety. Check it out, give the songs a listen, and see what you notice!
5 Ways to Manage Anxiety and Stress Around the Holidays
Feeling the stress of the holidays approaching? Check out these 5 strategies to help manage stress and anxiety!
Dealing with Relational Aggression
What is “Relational Aggression”? Learn about this type of bullying, the signs and symptoms, and how to support your child or teen if they are experiencing this with their friends.
10 Games to Build Stop-and-Think Skills and Regulation
10 easy and fun games and activities to promote your child’s stop-and-think skills and overall regulation. Little to no equipment needed!
School Anxiety: Ideas to Support Your Child or Teen for the Big First Day
Back to school anxiety: Tips for parents on supporting your child or teen as they gear up for the first day of school if they are experiencing anxiety or worries.