Blog Category: Mental Health

September 2, 2020
Brain Science

This month, we are focusing on the awesome control center of the body – the brain! Our team of clinicians have weighed in […]

August 20, 2020
Turn down Stress, and Turn up Fun – Part Three

Is your tween glued to their television, Xbox, or their phone? Too much screen time is not good for their mental or physical […]

July 1, 2020
The Art of Journaling

If you haven’t mastered the art of journaling, consider starting a daily practice. There are many benefits to keeping a journal and is […]

May 6, 2020
Buiding a Sense of Community While Sheltering In Place

Now more than ever, during this global pandemic, community connections make a difference. And the difference doesn’t just translate to small businesses staying […]

March 24, 2020
We Are Here To Support You!

By Dorri C. Scott, Resident Clinical Social Worker for the Wise Family In addition to celebrating St. Patrick’s on March 17th last week, […]

March 24, 2020
Top 5 Favorite Sites for Wise Families During COVID

In order to help, and possibly maintain your sanity, The Wise Family team compiled some excellent resources to utilize during the COVID-19 pandemic […]

January 23, 2020
Our Arlington Location is NOW OPEN!

  Our Arlington location is NOW OPEN! We are so excited about our new child, teen and family counseling office in Arlington, VA […]

December 17, 2019
Unleash the Power of GRATITUDE this month!

  The The Big Life Journal Gratitude Challenge continues this week!  Part two includes exercises like creating a gratitude list, giving thanks, mini-thank yous and […]

October 24, 2019
ADHD and Its Impact On The Brain

Hey Wise folks – We’ve been on the road for two weeks and we are ready to be home! Home for us should […]

October 10, 2019
Understanding ADHD

By Kasey Cain, Resident in Counseling  As children grow and develop, their ability to pay attention and focus changes. When someone comes to […]

September 24, 2019
It is OK to NOT BE OK Sometimes…

Schools are in full swing, and assignments are popping! And we are all starting to feel that heavy – I-have-so-much-to-do-where-do-I-start-feeling – that makes […]

September 5, 2019
Tips on Establishing a Good Routine

Habits are powerful but did you know it can take up to three to four weeks for a new habit or routine to […]