Parent Guide: a therapist’s advice on children’s emotional health
Plain answers from a child and family counselor near Tigard, Oregon: anxiety, trauma, big feelings, and what therapy is really like. Written for parents first, and for adults looking after themselves.
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How to help your child through big changes like a move or a divorce
Some changes arrive all at once. A new job means a new city. A marriage ends, and suddenly there are two homes,…
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Are my child’s meltdowns normal? When tantrums are typical and when to worry
If you are reading this after a long afternoon of screaming and slammed doors, take a breath. Asking this question doesn’t mean…
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How to choose a therapist for your child: a parent’s practical guide
Deciding that your child might benefit from therapy can take a lot of courage. Then comes the next hurdle: how do you…