No one is perfect and no parent is perfect. Additionally, being a parent is not a popularity contest and at times a parent must make unpopular decisions. Therefore, parents are going to make mistakes and make unpopular decisions as they are raising their children. There is no reason to make a big issue about […]
Todays world is very complex and confusing. This is exactly a time when parents and teenagers need to have open, honest communication. However, many teenagers report feeling frustrated with their parents because they feel that their parents do not listen to them. As a result, many teenagers decide not to listen to their parents. They […]
Working with children and adolescents I have had many parents ask about 504 plans and Individual Educational Plans (IEP). Parents tend to focus on the assistance their child may need in elementary or high school due to a learning disability or mental health issues. Working over 25 years as a psychotherapist, what I have observed […]
Parents worry about their teenagers starting High School, however, they also worry a great deal about their teen going off to college. When a teen starts high school a parent can still watch what is going on and help out if they feel they need to. However, with college their teenager is on their own. […]
How to Choose the Best Psychologist in Malvern: Insights from the Experts at Clarity Health Care Choosing the right psychologist can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re already navigating stress, anxiety, or a tough life transition. The good news? If you’re in Malvern, you’re in a community with access to some of Melbourne’s most respected […]
Belonging is more than just being part of a group—it’s the deep feeling of being accepted, valued, and understood. It often forms through shared experiences, interests, backgrounds, or identities, such as age, culture, faith, or sexuality. For many, it’s where we feel most at home with ourselves and others. Why is it so important? Because […]
There are times in life when we don’t even realize how far we’ve wandered — from our center, our truth, our peace. Life becomes busy. We fall into patterns. We seek approval, chase productivity, and before we know it, we’re moving through our days on autopilot, feeling disconnected, unsure why things feel off. When I […]
As I have said before, the teenagers in this generation are different from past generations. One way they are different are they question the “norm” and they are setting new standards. One area where they have set new standards is in the area of sexuality. Since June is Gay Pride Month let’s look at teenagers […]
You may have been called “too sensitive” or “too much” growing up. Partners, friends, family or colleagues may have made you feel like your deep feelings were a burden for them. The reality is that you are simply wired to feel life deeply. The world around you can often be an overwhelming experience! There are […]
Many people assume Mother’s Day is a happy day for people because they can honor their mother. However, for many people Mother’s Day is not a happy day. There are many people who grew up without a mother. Their mother may have died when they were a child due to cancer or the Coronavirus, they […]
