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...

Improving Your Kid’s Mental Health: Easy Family Therapy Hacks [Podcast Episode]

Click here to listen to the Active & Connected Families podcast now! Do you ever wonder why your kids are fighting more than usual? Or do you worry about spending way more time with one kid over another?  With all the families I work with, and similarly in my own...

Allowing Our Kids To Pursue Their Dreams & More Parenting Advice From Waki Wynn [Podcast Episode]

If you’ve enjoyed last week’s episode with Waki Wynn, you’re in luck! Today, I’m continuing my conversation with him about all things parenting. He’s back with some golden nuggets from his own experiences raising his own kids and coaching many more. Allowing our kids...