If you or a loved one has suffered from anxiety, you know how uncomfortable it is and you may feel like you would do just about anything to make the feelings go away. While some strategies are effective at decreasing the distress associated with anxiety, some common techniques and beliefs we have about anxiety can […]
Parenting Advice for Depressed Teens
January 10, 2015 by
I have seen many teenagers who have struggled with depression over the years. It is a very difficult condition for all of those involved. I often hear parents say that they had no idea their teen was depressed, even in situations when suicide has been attempted. As a parent, you may be wondering what you […]
How to Cope with Holiday Stress: 6 Tips to Help You Through the Season
November 21, 2014 by
The holiday season may bring joy and happiness and may also bring stress and anxiety. Are you one of those people who is starting to feel overwhelmed and stressed about upcoming holiday events? If you are susceptible to anxiety, depression, have lost a loved one, or simply have a hard time knowing when to say […]
How to Help Your Child Overcome Halloween Fears
October 5, 2014 by
As the fall gets underway and Halloween time approaches, it is not unusual for children to have fears of the dark, monsters, and spiders. While many children and adults look forward to Halloween because of fun costumes and good candy, some kids become terrified when Halloween decorations, scary masks and costumes, and haunted houses start […]
How to Help Your Child Cope with OCD: 11 Parenting Tips
August 27, 2014 by
Perhaps you are a parent wondering if your child has OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) or maybe you have recently received this diagnosis. If so you may be wondering what you, as a parent, can do to help support your child. There may be some parenting strategies that you are doing that are right on target. […]
7 Tips to Help Your Child Cope with Back to School Stress & Anxiety
July 15, 2014 by
Is your child among those experiencing stress because summer is ending and school is beginning? While some students and families look forward to a new school year, for others it can be a time of stress and doom- especially for those who love the carefree summer days of sun, fun, and relaxation. But summer […]
Women’s Health: How Do I Know if I Have Postpartum Anxiety?
June 13, 2014 by
Women’s health issues continue to gain more attention in the media and society. While postpartum depression has gained well-needed attention and focus, postpartum anxiety is not always on people’s radar. During pregnancy and after delivery, midwives and obstetricians may inquire about their patients’ moods, in particular, whether they are experiencing depression, but many do not […]
9 Tips for Coping with ADHD and Anxiety
June 8, 2014 by
Perhaps you or your child are experiencing symptoms of both ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and anxiety. If so, it can be helpful to have a clear understanding of the symptoms and each and have some guidance in coping. In order to understand ADHD, it is important to have a clear sense of the 3 main […]
How to Understand and Help Your Teen with Self Injury?
May 28, 2014 by
Are you a parent who has learned your child has been hurting him or herself? Do you have a friend or close partner who engages in self harm behavior? Are you baffled by self harming behaviors and feel confused about the reasons someone you care about would hurt him or herself? If so, I can […]
How Do I Know if My Child is Depressed? 11 Symptoms
April 8, 2014 by
Childhood depression is a serious mental health condition that affects approximately 11% of children and teens up to 18 years of age. Many parents and teachers may not be aware of the signs of childhood depression since it can look different than depression in adults. We may typically think of “depression” as extreme sadness and […]
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