Blog Category: school

November 7, 2023
Therapy for First-Generation American Teens

Growing up as a first-generation American teenager can be tough, with a mix of cultural and family pressures. Therapy can play a crucial […]

December 17, 2021
Helping Children Deal With The Pressures to Achieve

In case you missed our last webinar on December 6th, here is the full recording from our discussion on supporting our children with […]

September 12, 2021
Don’t Make a Mistake with Unmotivated Kids

It happened! I had been expecting it. I’m actually surprised it didn’t happen before now! I get it…it’s darker in the morning…maybe it […]

August 8, 2021
The Importance of WHAT and HOW

Do you tend to wait until the last minute to get your kiddos’ school supplies? Why do they need “YELLOW” folders – ugh! […]

September 10, 2020
A Letter to My Child’s Teacher

Dear Carpool-driving…lunch-making…homework-helping…summer-missing parents – It’s over…and the frenetic pace of school days is just beginning.  Breathe…ok, breathe again!  It will be fine! My […]

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

It’s still summertime which means it’s time to turn down stress, and turn up fun! Especially as many across the country begin their […]

August 5, 2020
Transitioning Back To School Mid-Pandemic

As we head into a new school year, the familiar feelings of anxiety, nervousness and anticipation are settling in. However, going into the […]

June 2, 2020
Summer Activity Ideas During A Pandemic

By Dorri C. Scott, MSW, Resident Family Therapist and Parent Coach in Northern Virginia  Typically June marks the beginning of summer and the […]

April 9, 2020
Make the Best of Social Distancing

How is everybody doing? Are you going stir crazy yet? How are you coping with working from home, homeschooling the kids, and trying […]

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 11, 2019
Routines for Kids with ADHD

Continuing on last week’s topic of establishing a routine – This week we focus on creating healthy routines for kids with ADHD.   […]