Counseling Corner

Getting Help When Grief Doesn’t End

Some people face obstacles in healing emotionally after a loss. They may become stuck in their grief, mired in feelings of fear, helplessness, sadness and even anger.

Talking About Social Media and Digital Literacy with Kids

The Wall Street Journal recently reported on research indicating that Instagram has been studying the effects of its app on younger users for years and the findings have been neither positive nor surprising.

Intimate Partner Violence is Complex and About Control

There is no one type of victim when it comes to domestic violence; victims vary by age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education, personality and lifestyle. Nor is there just one common type of abusive relationship.

Celebrating Mother's Day Means Supporting Mothers' Mental Health and Well-Being

When you think of mothers and motherhood, what are the first things that come to mind? Perhaps you envision the beauty of labor and giving life, the tenderness of cradling a newborn and breastfeeding, or that busy mom at the supermarket ...

Teens and Mental Health: Red Flags to Watch Out For

Oh, the door slamming, dramatic yelling, eye-rolling, temperamental days of adolescence—we’ve all lived them and now have the honor of watching (or raising) the generations after us experience the same.

Celebrating the Holidays Without The Guilt

While our memories and experiences of holidays past are not something we can change, we can try to ensure that the current holidays don't add to any emotional burden we may already have. That may sound complicated, but actually all it means is having ...

Don't Take The Fun Out Of Sports For Your Kids

Organized sports can be a lot of fun and provide great learning experiences for many children. Unfortunately, in some families those same sports can be a source of stress and problems. Some parents can become not just supportive fans for their ...

When To Pay Attention To Those School Complaints

Kids often complain about school. Usually such complaints are about minor things -- disagreements with friends, a test that they weren't prepared for, or a subject they just don't like or understand very well. And while it's easy for parents to ...

Six Simple Steps To Staying Friends With Your Adolescent

Communication between parents and teens is often difficult. Teens are often convinced that their parents don't understand them, don't trust them and refuse to recognize their growing maturity. While it may not be possible to always overcome such ...

Realizing That Actions Do Speak Louder Than Words

It can be difficult to change the actions of others even after trying to tell that other person repeatedly that what they're doing or saying is personally troubling to you. It can happen with our kids, our spouses, or other close relatives. Often the ...