When a child is going through something hard, they usually do not go through it alone. Whether it is anxiety, school struggles, or changes at home, the people around them play a big part in how they handle it. That is why child counseling works best when the whole family is involved. A trusted support system at home can make all the difference. It helps kids feel safe, supported, and ready to...
Starting therapy with your child can feel like a big step. It is completely normal for parents and caregivers to feel unsure or even a little nervous. You might wonder what the process will look like, how your child will react, or if you are doing the right thing. The good news is that seeking child counseling in Palestine, TX, could bring much-needed support for your child and your family. Knowing what...
Parents often ask themselves how to tell when their child might need more support than what they are able to give at home. That is a tough spot to be in. If you live in or near Palestine, TX, and have been feeling unsure about changes you are seeing in your child, you are not alone. Sometimes it is just a phase, but other times, child counseling in Palestine, TX, can help...
Feeling sad or anxious once in a while is part of being human. But when those heavy feelings stick around, getting through the day can start to feel harder than it should. Around the holiday season, stress and emotions tend to pile up, and it can be difficult to sort out what is going on inside. Maybe you have been wondering if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, or something else. You...
Photo by Magenta on Unsplash Cell phone ban at school. This is a big topic of discussion among school districts, parents and students. This is one counselor’s perspective. Let’s start with how my kids reacted to the news. “Are you freaking kidding me, I am going to die” was not my initial response. However, this was my daughter’s initial reaction, who is currently a junior. I had viewed some of the lawmakers’...
Photo by FotoFlo on Unsplash The question of how to help your child when they are between two homes due to a divorce or a custody agreement is one that is often brought about in the counseling field. Coparenting is what happens when parents are divorced and custody is split whether this custody is fifty/fifty, or one parent has primary while the other is secondary. Whatever special arrangement that you have, the...
Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash Grief or loss is a part of life. It can mean loss of a job, family member, close friend or even witnessing a tragic event that results in the loss of life. Everyone processes life events differently. I hear often, “I haven’t cried yet” or “Everyone around me is emotional and I feel nothing, what is wrong with me? Everyone responds differently to grief, some more...
Photo by Brett Jordan on Unsplash I am consistently receiving texts from my child. Please come and get me. Please let me leave. Please don’t make me go to this social event. Please don’t make me stay for this assignment. It is a benefit that your child has their cell phone at school so that you can contact them to know that they are safe. However, it can become a burden on...
Photo by engin akyurt on Unsplash Do not be discouraged if you and your spouse disagree on how to parent your children. Conflict in marriage is expected and normal. Likewise, conflict in parenting is expected and normal. I would absolutely be concerned if there was no conflict in your marriage or parenting relationship. If there is no conflict this is a sign to seek professional help immediately, because someone is lying and...
Respect in any relationship cannot be understated. When it comes to the parent child relationship, respect is the foundation. There are a lot of dynamics within the parent child relationship, which are respect mutual admiration, and unconditional love. All of these factors are dynamic and they play off of each other. It’s often said that respect isn’t respect given. This is very true in a lot of relationships. However, within the parent...
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