Before we were being required to practice social distancing, I along with many child therapists recommended limited screen time. Screens were getting in the way of families connecting. These days most families are at home, social distancing and disconnecting from others. Although, we need to be physically distant for safety reasons. We still need to […]
When Mommy is One of the Helpers: Helping Children of First Responders During the Coronavirus Crisis
This quote by Mr. Rogers “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”, is such a great quote and so applicable these days to help provide comfort and optimism for children […]
Collaborative Divorce: Making Divorce Less Painful In 2020
It is the start of a new year and a new decade. After reflecting on past experiences, people have identified the changes they want to make going forward. Many decide to start a new chapter of their lives and to some, this means ending their marriage. Divorce is never an easy decision to make […]
Children with Attachment Issues
Understanding Attachment and Bonding Difficulties “Always be a princess never a queen”- Isabella’s nanny taught her many things and her parents were delighted to have found a trustworthy caregiver for their little girl. The nanny had a few sayings that Isabella learned during their time together. The one that ended up driving her mother to […]
Discussing the Birth Mom with Young Children
You might have had this beautiful child since they were teeny tiny. You would trade anything in this world to have birthed him yourself. Sometimes you might even forget they were adopted. Adoption is love, it is truly beautiful this way. Adoption is also about loss and it is painful. The reality is, you did […]