When your child has special needs related to sensory sensitivities, it may effects their behavior at home, at school and out in public. Many parents wonder how they can help...
Along with individual providers and clinics now offering virtual or online service options for patients, a growing number of companies that focus solely on providing telemedicine have...
As a parent, you want the best for your child. If your child is in need of counseling, therapy (OT, PT, SLP), or Telepsychiatry, you may be worried about how to pay for it without...
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year all happen within the course of 6 weeks, and the ushering in of glad tidings with great joy can also bring a flurry of depression. If the holiday...
It can be challenging to talk to your teen about counseling or seeing a psychiatrist, but there are a few things you can do to make the conversation easier. Choosing the right...
Having a panic attack is an intensely distressing experience for children – and their parents. For the child or teen (and adults), a panic attack can seem life-threatening, and...
When families have more than one child, parents can often feel overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy, especially when one child has special needs and another child who is neurotypical....
As a parent, you probably don’t have the luxury of kicking back, putting your feet up, and burying yourself in a book as often as you would like. If you're like many busy...
As a parent, it’s never easy to think about your child struggling with anxiety. But, multiple studies have shown that more kids are dealing with it than ever before. In fact,...
Prior to COVID, virtual sessions were not the norm, and as such, many insurance carriers did not reimburse for online counseling or other services. If they did reimburse for...
Mental health is something that the world seems to be focused on. It’s in the news, in commercials, and our social media. Celebrities and athletes are promoting and supporting...
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the world. But, we often associate it with adults. In truth, kids can actually be more susceptible to anxiety, especially when...
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. But, we often associate it with adults. In truth, kids can actually be more susceptible to anxiety, especially...
As a parent, it can be a challenging decision to seek professional help for your child, especially when it involves emotional or behavioral difficulties or physical challenges. However,...
Disclaimer: This blog does not provide medical advice. It is intended for information purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....
It’s not uncommon for children to struggle with emotional or behavioral issues from time to time. But, when those issues linger, you might start to get worried. Unfortunately,...
Once diagnosed with a mental health condition, disability, disorder, or syndrome, parents begin to wonder “when and how should I tell my child?” While there is not a universal...
Divorced Parents and HolidaysNavigating any holiday or special events as a divorced parent is understandably difficult. Especially with all the glowing moments social media showcases,...
Nowadays, parents are more focused on helping their kids understand and manage their feelings, and teaching them how to handle life's ups and downs. Why? Because we now know that...
Parents are finding that many therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and even pediatricians, OT's and camps, are offering services online. Here is our tips for parents...