About one year ago, for the first time in our living history, we experienced mass distress on a global level as the world faced the reality of Covid-19 and the uncertainty, terror, and loss it brought upon our lives. The pandemic is a type of trauma, commonly referred to as

Have you noticed a change in your child’s behavior recently? Due to the ongoing stress of the pandemic, and the civil unrest in our country, children’s mental health problems are skyrocketing. Although the evidence is not clear yet, it appears that suicidal events are on the rise for youth since

It’s no secret that in 2021 mental health problems will continue on a steep rise for children and families. That is why Prerna and I decided to discuss resiliency, the ability to persevere in the face of adversity, for our first Facebook live event of 2021 (click the image above

Are you caring for a child who consistently pushes you away with challenging behavior? Do you take two steps forward only to take four steps back in developing a relationship with her? Does it seem like she is sabotaging her connections with you or others? If so, you may be

Does your child’s imaginary friend have you worried about their social development? As a psychotherapist for children and families I probably worry more than the average person about my child’s behavior. Being in this field means I have the symptoms of dysfunction on the top of my mind frequently. But,

“Take a trip to any toy store with a young child, and you will most likely see them go straight for the pile of stuffed animals. My daughter, who is 4, will typically grab one and tote it around the store while looking at other toys,” Tyson says. “Just like

Arguments, crying, refusal to participate, and fear of being on camera are just a few of the problems parents and children face at home during distance learning. These daily struggles affect households worldwide as we venture to strike a balance between moving forward with everyday life and maintaining our safety. 

To listen to the full Podcast, click HERE. In today’s episode of the Stable Moments podcast, host Rebecca Britt and I share an intimate conversation about “ambiguous loss,” which is a loss without clear boundaries, and how it impacts families. We also have an eye-opening conversation about the role grief plays in

Do you know a child who likes to break the rules? If so, I have a fun, emotional enrichment activity for everyone this week that is sure to get your children’s attention! My daughter and I had a blast with this the other day, and the photos are priceless too! 

Do you know what one of the fastest-growing populations is in the United States today? “Grandfamilies.” Grandfamilies, also known as kinship families are created when a biological parent cannot care for their child due to untreated trauma and mental health problems that result in drug addiction, incarceration, and death. We