Speaking Up Is Not the Same As Talking Back. A parent recently told me, “My daughter used to be so easygoing. Now everything is an argument.” As we talked it through, it became clear her daughter wasn't arguing for the sake of arguing. She was...
At its core, therapy is a collaboration between you and a trained mental health professional working toward goals the two of you agree on together. It's not just “talking about your problems”. Most approaches, like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), give you structured, practical tools you...
If your nights involve a small pair of feet coming down the hallway at 2 am, you're not alone. Wanting to sleep near a parent is a normal part of childhood, but if it's become the nightly pattern in your house, know that there are...
If you’ve ever looked into therapy for yourself or your child, you’ve probably come across the term “cognitive behavioral therapy” - usually shortened to CBT . It’s one of the most widely studied and recommended forms of therapy and it’s the foundation of much of...