Mental Health
What “Giftedness” Is (And What It Isn’t)
As a psychotherapist who specializes in Giftedness, I can attest to the confusion that abounds regarding the term. I’m not just speaking to parents of gifted children, but gifted adults as well. Being gifted in a specific area can certainly make some things easier (oh to be able to actually understand those IKEA building instructions…
Read MoreMom’s Blog Contribution: Supporting Your Tween In Middle School
The middle school years can be treacherous for tweens. Some studies show that if you ask a middle schooler, they’ll report changes in their friend group on average, every two weeks! These shifting sands, coupled with shifting hormones, means parents need advice. This month, I’m weighing in on this topic on the North Phoenix Mom’s Blog.…
Read MoreMom’s Blog Contribution: Is My Child’s Video Gaming A Habit Or An OBSESSION!?
There is no doubt that electronics have forever altered the way we connect in our world. I field questions from concerned parents about the frequency and intensity of their children’s gaming and phone “obsessions” on a weekly basis. This month, I tackled this topic directly in my post on North Phoenix Mom’s Blog. Looking For…
Read MoreStruggling To Catch Your Breath?
The Toll Of Physical Stress And Emotional Stress “Brian” my “running buddy” (you may think differently when you hear my story), helps me demonstrate a good lesson about coping with stress in this video! My takeaways for you today: Coping skills are to cope. You can’t avoid problems altogether, but it does make it…
Read MoreMom’s Blog Contribution: Teen Anxiety – Growing Pains or Something Serious
According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, 42% of teens say that they feel stressed or anxious. As a parent, how do you know if it’s typical, “teen angst,” or if something more serious is going on? In my latest article on North Phoenix Moms Blog, I share what signs to look for…
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