Holidays are a time of frivolity and fun. Perhaps none are quite like the Fourth of July where the warmth of the summer sun and backyard BBQ combine. By continually celebrating our independence, we keep those history lessons in mind and want to...
A theme that comes up frequently when working with teens, and with adults as well, is parentification. This is a big, fancy word for the roles of parent and child being reversed, not to a complete extent of literally living the other’s life, but by...
As a continuation of the series on your child’s love language, have you thought about how to give them words of affirmation? It is more than saying “I love you” as much as you can. Although saying those three words are essential, there are...
How old do you feel when you walk through the front door of your parents’ home on Thanksgiving? If you’re like many of my clients, the answer is something along the lines of: “really, really young.” This experience is remarkably common,...
It’s that time of year again, Christmas! What a great time for this topic as I’m sure it’s on your and your children’s minds. Want to know how to show your child love through giving gifts? It’s not as straight-forward as it may...
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