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The Benefits of Being in Nature
It is springtime! I have been enjoying my mindful walks and smelling flowers, listening to the birds, and observing a variety of colors....
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7 days ago1 min read
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Win or Lose- Perspective Matters
Perspective taking is an important skill for navigating the social world. Understanding one’s own perspective, as well as the different...
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Apr 211 min read
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Movies and Humanity
Watching and discussing movies is a hobby of mine. I love stories, especially when themes representing mental health are depicted. Here...
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Mar 261 min read
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Show Love
Happy February! Valentine’s Day may have passed and is only a single 24-hour period, but each day provides a new opportunity to show...
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Feb 191 min read
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What Can I Learn?
When adversity comes, your response matters. There is a normal process of coping which often includes allowing yourself to fully...
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Jan 131 min read
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Thankful During Adversity
There are times when life throws curve balls. We get unexpected news, are given a concerning diagnosis, experience loss, or learn of a...
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Dec 9, 20241 min read
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Mindful Holidays
The holiday season is a common topic of concern for many people. This includes, but is not limited to: problem solving specific plans,...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
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Antidotes for the Four Horsemen with Couples
Having a healthy relationship with your partner is key for long-lasting meaningful experiences as a couple. It is very normal and...
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Oct 23, 20241 min read
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Mental Health in Youth Sports
It can be thrilling to watch your young athlete score a goal, make a touchdown, hit a home run, or win a race. Kids and teens can have...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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Talking to the Pediatrician About Mental Health
As the school year is approaching, many families will be bringing their kids and teens to the pediatrician for well-visits and sports...
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Aug 20, 20241 min read
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Inside Out 2
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have returned for another fantastic production of Inside Out. The sequel to the original delivers a...
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Jul 24, 20241 min read
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The 5 C's of Screen Use
As we transition from the structured school year into the summer months, many families experience stress about how to handle the change....
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Jun 24, 20241 min read
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Benefits of Unstructured Play
As parents, it can be very anxiety provoking allowing your children freedom to engage in risky play or to take a walk on their own to the...
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May 21, 20241 min read
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How Parents Can Help Children with Anxiety or OCD
A very important part of successful treatment of children is the collaboration with parents. Parents are a key part of their child’s...
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Apr 23, 20241 min read
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Spring Gratitude
Happy Spring! I am feeling so thankful for warmer weather, longer days, more sunshine, the smell of fresh fallen rain, and the return of...
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Mar 13, 20241 min read
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Media Balance for Families
Do you have a family media plan? Technology is so useful and helpful in many circumstances. We can look up information such as how to fix...
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Feb 19, 20241 min read
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Living Well in 2024 and Beyond
Happy New Year! New Year’s Resolutions are very popular, and if you have ever started out the month of January strong with working...
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Jan 22, 20241 min read
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Meaningful Holiday Movies
I have been holding onto this nugget for this whole year and I am excited to share some meaningful movie recommendations for this holiday...
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Dec 11, 20231 min read
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Thankfulness
Did you know that what you think matters? The content of your thoughts, the time you spend with them, and your reaction to them all...
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Nov 20, 20232 min read
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Common Misconceptions About OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can pervasively impact the life of the diagnosed individual as well as their families, friends,...
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Oct 18, 20231 min read
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