As the school year winds down and summer approaches, families often find themselves facing a significant shift in daily routines. The structured schedule of school gives way to the more relaxed pace of summer, which can be both exciting and challenging for children and teens. Here are some tips to help parents manage this transition smoothly, ensuring a balanced mix of relaxation, fun, and structure.
As I was watching Kung Fu Panda 4 with my family recently, I couldn’t help but resonate with Po’s humorous struggles with meditation. His attempts at finding “inner peace” struck a chord, reminding me of the challenges many of my clients face when embarking on their meditation journey. Like Po, they often wonder, “Am I doing it wrong?” Let’s explore this common concern and discover how to navigate it for a fulfilling meditation experience.
Emotional regulation is the ability to understand, express, and manage our emotions in healthy ways. Learning how to regulate our emotions is a crucial life skill that impacts overall emotional well-being and social interactions. Let’s delve deeper into what emotional regulation entails, what causes dysregulation, and explore specific strategies to nurture this vital skill in children.
Because play is one of the main ways children communicate and interact with the world, it is often beneficial to incorporate elements of play into counseling sessions.
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In this blog post, we’ll delve into five common reasons why 20-somethings seek therapy and explain how therapy can promote growth and healing during this time of transition.
Cedar Counseling & Wellness provides neurodiverse-affirming ADHD evaluation services for children and adolescents (ages 6-17).
In this blog post, we’ll explore frequently asked questions about ending therapy, and how to make your last session a meaningful conclusion to your therapeutic journey.
In this blog post, we extend an invitation for you to embark on a thoughtful journey—one centered around improving your mental well-being in 2024.
In this blog post, we’ll explore five common stressors people experience during the holiday season and offer practical ways to navigate them, in hopes of cultivating a more joyful and fulfilling experience.