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I will always stand behind the fact of books being a great resource for learning. There are lessons that kids can use with their imagination.

Everyone has needs and wants, and most of the time, your specific needs and wants may differ from your partner’s, your friend’s, and lots of other peoples. That is okay. It is not a bad thing to express what you want, but sometimes it can feel bad to ask for certain things or say that you are not getting everything that you need.

We often think of attachment styles as something that only affects romantic relationships, but in reality, your attachment style influences how you relate to and interact with everyone: your partner, friends, family, coworkers, strangers, even yourself. It’s the emotional blueprint that shapes how you connect, seek closeness, handle, conflict, and navigate boundaries.

When we’ve been hurt, disappointed, or overwhelmed by relationships, it’s natural to want to protect ourselves. Although, sometimes when we try to stop ourselves from getting hurt or feeling pain, we end up keeping a lot of things out, if not everything, which can include the support, connection, and intimacy we long for.

First of all, what’s “rapport” and why does it matter? The exact definition of rapport is: “a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other’s feelings or ideas and communicate well”. In simpler terms, having a trusting and understanding relationship with others.

Welcome to part 2 of our summer activity series! In my last blog post, I discussed outdoor ideas to keep your child active, social, and screen free. But unfortunately, not every summer day is going to be sunny and warm. Indoor activities can still be fun and beneficial for your child. Below, you will find indoor activities to try with your child (while mostly limiting screen time).

Summer time is here! For many of you, that means summer camps, sports, and beach days. But what about the times when the kids are at home, routines are interrupted, and kids start to get bored?

There’s no neat timeline. No “correct” way to feel. No perfect words to say. Whether it's a five-year-old who just lost their pet, a teenager grappling with the death of a grandparent, or a parent struggling through the loss of a partner, grief shows up differently, unpredictably, and often loudly.

Has transitioning into summer felt more like a landslide than a gentle slide into vacation mode? Routines change, structure disappears overnight, and suddenly, you’re trying to figure out how to get your 7-year-old to brush their teeth again before noon.

Holding space and sitting with your emotions isn’t about fixing, avoiding, or judging them. It’s about making room for your internal experiences with honesty and care, and it’s the act of acknowledging your truth, even when it’s painful, uncertain, or messy.

People grieve differently, even when the loss is shared. Within families, this difference in how people process pain can sometimes create tension, misunderstandings, and emotional distance.

Let me guess, you or your kid just said the words every parent dreads hearing on a slow afternoon—“I’m sooooo bored.”

Let’s be honest, owning up to our mistakes isn’t anyone’s idea of a great time. As adults, we still sometimes struggle with it. But accountability isn’t about punishment. It’s not a guilt trip or a shaming session.

All relationships go through ups and downs, that much is pretty typical, but there is a clear difference between “normal” conflict and a relationship that consistently drains you, undermines your self-worth, and/or causes emotional, mental, or even physical harm.

I understand how getting into therapy for your kids, you’re interested in working on goals right away. Although, if a client of mine doesn’t feel comfortable around me, there’s almost no use in trying to work on those goals just yet.

When the person you love and possibly have built a life with tells you they want a divorce, it can feel like the floor has collapsed beneath you. It’s a moment that can be filled with shock, heartback, and confusion, especially if you still want to save the marriage. While it may seem like the end, there are steps that you can take to approach this painful moment with clarity, care, and hope, regardless of the outcome of the marriage.

You may have noticed that kids have a tendency to struggle with big emotions such as frustration over a difficult math problem, anxiety about a social situation, or full-on meltdown mode when it’s time to leave the playground.

You may have noticed that kids have a tendency to struggle with big emotions such as frustration over a difficult math problem, anxiety about a social situation, or full-on meltdown mode when it’s time to leave the playground.

Dealing with aggressive behaviors at home can be overwhelming, time consuming, and exhausting. It can feel like you are constantly tip-toeing around your child to prevent an “explosion”. Even if you use every strategy in the book, sometimes aggressive behavior still happens.

Hitting, kicking, slapping, throwing things, breaking furniture, threatening, and swearing are just a few examples of aggressive behaviors that many children might exhibit. Often, these behaviors stem from communication difficulties, intense emotions that are hard to express, or attempts to gain attention from parents and caregivers.

If you’re reading this, I hope you’ve already read the first part of this blog in which we explore common concerns related to screen time. If you haven’t read that, I recommend heading back to that one first! Let’s talk about the common recommendations I give parents to assist with screen time.

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