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Your Child May Need Therapy If...
They are defiant, disobedient, or angry. Verbally or physically aggressive or throwing temper tantrums. Hyperactive, impulsive, unable to concentrate or disruptive at school. Worried, fearful, excessively sad, suffering from low self esteem or having problems making friends.
You Might Want a Support Session If...
Your children frustrate you. You are struggling to find effective discipline methods. You need some support and guidance in gaining confidence in your parenting
Possible Solution: Parent/Caregiver Support Session
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Becoming a foster parent can create a lot of joy and positive experiences, but it can also be a stressful time as your family dynamics are going to shift. I am Taylor Simerly, a child therapist at Kid Matters Counseling, and I’m going to share these five tips in order...
3 Ways to Increase Connection in Your Family
Does it feel like your family is less connected than you used to be and there often just isn't enough time in the day? Between work, school schedules, extracurricular activities and technology it can often feel like there is a struggle to have dedicated family time...
How Tech Companies Help Feed Our Addiction To Technology
Many parents feel like they are constantly battling with social media and screen time for their children's attention. You probably find yourself looking around your home and your child is stuck to their phone. If you were to walk through a middle school or high...
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Communication of emotions between parents and children can help develop emotional intelligence, improve relationships, and increase resilience in the face of challenges. The problem is, parents struggle to do this well and children are often left feeling anxious and...
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DISCLAIMER: The topics discussed in this podcast should be considered a matter of personal opinion. They do not reflect professional advice. If you or your child is in need of mental health counseling support, please search out a licensed counselor. In the Parent...
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