Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the recent flooding in Central Texas. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, grieving, or struggling to make sense of it all, please know you’re not alone. At Austin Family Counseling, we have trauma-trained therapists ready and...
Friendship is one of the most meaningful parts of childhood — and also one of the most challenging. If your child has ever come home saying things like “I just don’t fit in,” or “They’re not mean to me, but they don’t include me,” you’re not alone. Many parents...
A common question I get from parents is, “How do I get my child to do things on their own?” Many parents feel stuck in a cycle of constant reminders and frustration. They repeat themselves over and over, only to give in and do the task themselves because it feels...
When emotions run high and answers feel far away, your presence matters most. As parents, we all want to make things better for our children—especially when they’re hurting. But emotional moments don’t always ask for solutions. Often, what our kids need most is to...
