If the idea of ‘emotional bonding’ brings up terrifying images of a treetop ropes course or falling backward into someone’s arms, don’t worry. That’s not what we have in mind. This piece covers small, simple, everyday steps you can take to get closer to your family....
Mental health challenges often surface during the teenage years, which is why it is crucial to already have an open and honest relationship with your child. The earlier you equip your child with coping strategies and options, the easier it will be for them to navigate...
Imagine how much easier your life would have been if, at a young age, you were taught about emotions and how to manage them. Child and teen therapy in Sacramento teaches youngsters this — and a whole lot more. If you’re wondering whether therapy is appropriate for...
A lingering misconception about family therapy is that it is only for families with severe issues: Mom is gripped with crippling anxiety and depression, unable to function. Or, Dad’s cheating has rocked the foundation of the marriage so badly that it’s in danger...
Here’s a question for you: if you dated as a teenager, what was that experience like? What relationship beliefs did you have? What behaviors did you put up with, and how did you act within that relationship? Now picture this. How would your teenage dating experience...
As much as people like to romanticize childhood and paint it as this magical time, it can also be scary. For the most part, children have little control over the course of their lives. Really, the only defense a child has is their emotions, and when you’re little,...
