Mother-Daughter Bonding Activity – Making Beaded Bracelets The positive relationship that a tween/teen girl has with her mother serves as a protective factor and helps her…
Category: Inspiration/Advice
Encouraging Words to Use With Children
Encouraging Words for Parents to Use With Their Children Sometimes when we praise our children, we focus on their appearance, when we really should be focusing…
One Simple Way to Improve a Relationship
There is one very simple thing that you can do today to improve a relationship. Improve a relationship with your spouse, with your child, with a…
“The Hug Jar”
As your child becomes a tween/teen, there is less physical affection than the preschool years! Your daughter may not be eagerly holding your hand like she…
Some Guidance Regarding When to Seek Mental Health Services
I am often asked this question in my professional and personal lives: “My family has recently experienced some changes. How do I know if my children…
“Passing it On: Healing, Growing, and Making Sense of it All Through Skiing”
I am very excited to announce the publication of my personal essay in my favorite magazine – Powder: The Skier’s Magazine. Here is the essay, published in…
Advice Regarding Resolutions and Goals
It is that time of year when you might be thinking about your resolutions, devising ways of improving your life during the upcoming year and beyond….
12 Major Types of Cognitive Distortions That Can Affect Mood and Behavior
In my work with my clients, I often use cognitive behavioral therapy. The basic idea behind cognitive behavioral therapy is that our thoughts influence our feelings,…
Ten Ideas to Make the Most of Family Dinners
Family dinners are so important. Yet in today’s busy families, family members are sitting down to eat dinner together less and less often. Studies have demonstrated…