The Do’s And Dont’s Of Managing Anxiety

The Do’s And Dont’s Of Managing Anxiety

By: Lauren Hallerud, MA, LPC At a time in which the world, our country, finances, education, familial stressors, health care, and a whole host of stressors feel as though they are on the rise, it may feel as though life has only continued to become more stressful and...
Helping Teens Stay Connected To Support

Helping Teens Stay Connected To Support

By Brooke Carson, MSW, LCSW How Can Parents Help A Teen Who Seems Distant or Distracted? Many parents are worried these days that their teens are spending too much time with technology. In addition to concerns about this leading to reduced social skills and “real”...
Parenting To Build Self-esteem, Self-confidence, And Leadership

Parenting To Build Self-esteem, Self-confidence, And Leadership

Dr. Michelle A. Navarro, M.A., Psy.D. Stepping aside and opening up the world of growth and opportunity can begin at any age. We, as parents, can allow our children the chance to unlock their own internal sense of self-worth. This self-worth and confidence from within...
Practical Parenting – Present And Future Applications

Practical Parenting – Present And Future Applications

By Dr. Michelle A. Navarro, MA, Psy.D. Good parents making loving mistakes; the ‘Lawn Mowing Parents’ Obstacles in life are gifts of opportunity for learning and developing leadership skills in both children and young adults As a parent, step-parent, and psychologist...
Beautiful and Powerful Applications Of The Serenity Prayer

Beautiful and Powerful Applications Of The Serenity Prayer

By Dr. Jo Wolthusen, Psy.D. I would imagine the first thing that comes to mind for most people is the infamous episode of Seinfeld. However for this post I will be examining a powerful philosophy that is the cornerstone of Alcoholic’s Anonymous (AA) and many...