Aug 29, 2019 | Children, Parents, Stress
Article originally published on Waco Today. Today “Adulting” is the new term to describe the process of taking on various life responsibilities. This process typically occurs sometime between ages 18 and 22, although in some cases it can take place even later. Many...
Aug 1, 2019 | Children, College Students, Parents, Wellness Coaching
Article originally published on Waco Today. With the new school year around the corner, students and parents are planning for success. For some students, the start of school represents a second chance. Perhaps they need to bring up a low GPA. For others, the new...
Feb 14, 2019 | Children, Holidays, Parents, Relationships
For kids, teens, and even adults, Valentine’s Day may bring anxiety, unmet expectations, and disappointment. Kids are bombarded by messages about what love is and how love should be expressed. These messages come from many sources, including school, family,...
Sep 4, 2018 | Anxiety Counseling, Children, Depression
Our brains constantly take in information and make connections. As thinkers, we naturally form expectations about the world around us. Although we may not always be aware of these expectations, they still affect us. Unmet expectations can lead to stress, anxiety, or...
Aug 28, 2018 | Children, Parents, Stress
When I work with teenagers or college students, their parents often ask me how they can help. Whether their child is dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or general stress, parents often wonder what to do and what not do. In my recent interview with...
Jun 20, 2017 | Children, Parents, Relationships
There is growing concern as the number of inappropriate teacher-student relationships continues to rise. Many of these educators did not set out to have a sexual relationship with their student. When asked about their reasons, “It just happened” is a common answer....
