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My child has a mental health disorder: What should I do?

by Jotie Mondair, LPC Parenting a child who has recently been diagnosed with a mental health disorder or is in therapy for the first time can be a challenging and emotional journey. As a parent, your role in supporting your child during their…

How to Support Loved Ones Without Enabling

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by Katelyn Sullivan, LPC Witnessing a loved one's struggle often causes a desire to jump in and help to decrease their pain and suffering. Whether they are struggling with mental health, substance use, or something else, it can be hard to…

“What happens in a family session: Sonny and the Family”

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by Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics. Imagine a 9-year-old boy who is…

Home Interventions Supporting Children Living with ADHD

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by By Caitlin R. Foley, MSEd, LPC Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders found in children. Children living with ADHD may exhibit symptoms related to hyperactivity and/or impulsivity,…

“What to Look for in a Culturally Competent Clinician”

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by Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC Though brave, the act of seeking out counseling as a cultural minority can be a challenging experience to navigate. There can be many aspects to consider when trying to find a clinician: location, availability,…

When You Have to Wait

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by Sarah Pastore, LCSW Faced with a high-stakes situation, our brains and bodies shift gears to tackle it. This stress response gives us a burst of energy, discourages us from taking unnecessary risks, and streamlines decision-making for…

The Exercise-Mental Heath Connection

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by Jotie Mondair, LPC, ATRBC, CCTP In our hectic lives, it's easy to overlook the significant impact that physical activity can have on our mental health. Sedentary habits (including but not limited to office jobs, working from home, long…

Understanding the Importance of Good Communication Skills

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by Jennifer Drager, LPC Communication is a fundamental aspect of our daily lives. It plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy relationships with our partners, raising our children, and achieving success in our professional lives. However,…

3 Ways to Foster Assertive Communication in Children

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by Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC Have you ever asked your child a question and they clam up and refuse to speak? What about when you witness them agreeing to something and they appear visibly uncomfortable? Or when your child cannot get their…

Let’s Talk About the Pandemic

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by Kellie Medendorp, LCSW, CFRC March 2024 It’s been four years since everyone across the globe encountered the same fear and uncertainty all at the same time. We all had one common enemy together…and we were terrified. Especially…

The Anatomy of an Apology

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by Jennifer Drager, LPC As a therapist and former child welfare worker, I've witnessed countless apologies being given, received, and analyzed. However, it's clear that, as a society, we struggle to issue apologies in a genuinely significant…

Your Therapist Can’t Read Your Mind

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by Sarah Pastore, LCSW When therapy is going well, it can sometimes feel like our therapist has just read our mind- “How did they know exactly how I was feeling?” But, of course, therapists aren’t psychic; we’re following what you’re…

The Mind Grind Podcast

Two therapists share their insights of life from personal experiences and extensive work with co-occurring populations. From themes currently showing up in Mental Health, how they work through these, to their take on hard conversation topics, Dana and Beth will let you into their world. Both have backgrounds as Social Workers, Yoga Instructors, Mindfulness Facilitators, Supervisors and Clinical Directors.