We Parent How We Were Parented
Something that I’m consistently made aware of as a child and adolescent therapist and working with their parents is that…
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Mental Health Resources from Austin Therapists
Practical guidance on anxiety, parenting, relationships, and child and teen mental health — written by the licensed therapists at Austin Family Counseling. Whether you’re navigating a tough season with your teen, working through couples challenges, or just want evidence-based tools for everyday stress, our Austin-based team shares what actually helps.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics identifies play as essential for child development and child wellbeing. Children work through challenges, develop…
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4 Tips for Students with ADHD from a Tutor with ADHD
As a therapist who works with both children and adolescents, one of the many topics that my clients struggle with…
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What If Making a Mistake Was, Okay? Addressing Perfectionism as a Family
I was inspired by a previous blog post by colleague, Catherine Mok, LCSW, on good enough parenting linked here. Children…
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Regulating Parents’ Emotions So They Can Effectively Regulate Their Child’s Emotions
Something that I believe every parent can benefit from is finding effective ways to regulate their own emotions so that…
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Suicide Prevention: Conversations to Have with Your Teen
Conversations with our teenagers regarding suicide prevention are vital in keeping them healthy and safe. CDC has reported an increase…
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