Jul 31, 2025 | Adolescents/Teens, Children, Parenting, Teens/Children
When your child is upset, do you ever notice yourself feeling just as overwhelmed—even if the situation has nothing to do with you? That’s not just empathy; it’s neuroscience. In this video, Dr. Adam explores the science behind emotional regulationand how something...
Jan 23, 2025 | Family Therapy, Parenting, Teens/Children
Parenting a teen can feel a bit like navigating a stormy sea of changes; physical, emotional and social. It’s a time when teens are figuring out who they are and how they fit into the world. As amazing as it to see teens grow and mature, it can also be...
Mar 3, 2020 | Family Therapy, General, Parenting, Teens/Children
When I explain to parents that I work with them directly to help their child’s mental health or other struggles, rather than with their loved ones, they wonder “why me?” “Why am I going to counselling when it is my kid that has the problems?...
Dec 20, 2019 | Teens/Children
Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of your body and feelings in the present moment. If you’re silent for a moment, you will notice the subtle smell of your freshly washed clothing, the sound of your breathing, and watch a small leaf blow past your...
Dec 7, 2019 | Parenting, Teens/Children
Have you heard the phrase “helicopter parent?” It describes a mother or father that ‘hovers’ around their child 24/7, overseeing their life to keep them from every potential danger, pitfall and mishap. It looks good on paper, but this kind of parenting forgets one...
Nov 30, 2019 | Depression, Family Therapy, General, Grief, Issues for Women, Parenting, Teens/Children, Trauma / PTSD
Parents do their best to shield their children from the harsh realities of the world. But as much of an effort as they put in, parents can’t always protect their children from experiencing the pain of loss. Whether it’s the loss of a beloved pet, a childhood friend,...
