Therapy vs. Psychiatry for Your Child: When to Consider Adding a Psychiatrist

With all the information available online, you might be wondering: “Therapy or medication? Do I need both for my child?”  It’s a common question, and the answer is – it depends! Therapy and psychiatry can be powerful tools for your child’s...

The Power of Small Talk

Let’s teach our kids the power of small talk! Let’s teach our kids the power of small talk! Research shows that good-old fashioned chatting and a brief moment of connection with people we don’t know well releases oxytocin and dopamine – our body’s feel good...

Reflections From A Psychologist (11/4/2023): Counting On Kindness For Kids’ Mental Health

We all know there is a mental health crisis out there. We have real numbers that highlight elevated rates of anxiety and depression for kids, teenagers, people of color, men, working mothers.  The numbers tell the story. The percentages, increases, and statistical...

Homework Issues Make Relationship Issues: Strategies To Help With Homework With Lara Dawn [Podcast Episode]

We’re about a month into being back to school and here’s what’s been coming up for me: homework issues. I was a bit hesitant about releasing an episode on this topic because to be fair, it sounds boring. But I know I’m not the only one struggling with this right now!...

Weekly Reflection On Mental Health; September 10, 2023

Hi everyone!   This has been one of the harder transitions to school for my sweet kids. Luckily, I work with some pretty bright people who offer me perspective and remind me I’m not alone. Here are some of the nuggets that I have found helpful: 1. Starting a new...

Start The School Year With Presence With Dr. Leah Katz [Podcast Episode]

As high-achieving moms, we’re living hectic lives, reacting to every trigger, thought, text message, and notification. How can we be more intentional about our lives and start the school year with presence? My own initial thought is, “I don’t have time for that” and...