Helping Gifted Kids Who Struggle With Perfectionism
Gifted kids often feel an intense desire to excel. Many love learning deeply, ask big questions, and notice subtle details. But this same depth can make them extra sensitive to …
When Your 12-Year-Old Daughter Has Anxiety: How to Help Without Making It Worse
By the time many girls reach 12, anxiety can quietly (or not so quietly) take up residence in their lives. This is a tender age—caught between childhood and adolescence—when emotions …
Parenting in the Digital Age: What The Wild Robot Teaches Us About Raising Resilient Kids
Parenting in the Digital Age: What The Wild Robot Teaches Us About Raising Resilient Kids As a counselor for teens and therapist for children in Denver, I’ve had countless conversations …
When Your Kid Shares Tough Emotions: Difficult Conversations
Explore effective strategies for parents to support their children through tough emotions. Learn how to have open communication, validate feelings, and build resilience in your family. Discover tips on managing difficult conversations, recognizing your emotional triggers, and knowing when to seek professional help. Embrace the adventure of parenthood and create a nurturing environment for your kids.
Anxious Kids: Navigating the Complexities
Parenthood is a journey filled with both profound joy and inherent challenges. Right!? In a world where adults struggle more than ever with social media and mental health issues, it’s …
Consequences and Boundaries: Nurturing Relationships with Kids and Adults
As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I know firsthand how vital consequences and boundaries are in fostering healthy relationships. I also know how tricky they are to …
How Do I Prepare for Child Counseling? (GUIDE)
Need to know how to prepare for child counseling? If your child has recently been though something traumatic, a recent life event has thrown them off balance, or you’ve noticed …
A Look Into Our Kids Imaginations
Perhaps one of the best gifts of childhood is endless curiosity and a vibrant imagination. All kids have different thoughts, ways of self expression, and imagination. Today, we want to …
How to Teach Empathy to Kids: Building Emotional Literacy and Mindfulness
It is every parent’s goal to raise a child who is empathetic and mindful—aware of themselves, their surroundings, and others. Empathy and mindfulness are not just personality traits; they are …
Six Tips for Raising Children With Confidence
Confidence is a hard skill to master at any age. As adults it’s easy for us to reflect and wish we could show the younger version of ourselves how to …