by Abby Koch | Jul 18, 2026 | Children and Teens
As summer winds down, many families begin preparing for a new school year. While this season often brings excitement, it can also bring significant anxiety for teens. New teachers, changing friendships, academic expectations, extracurricular activities, and social...
by admin | May 13, 2024 | Children and Teens, Lifestyle Wellness
Social media is everywhere. It connects us, entertains us, and shapes our understanding of the world. For kids and teens, it’s an integral part of their social lives. But with its popularity comes pitfalls – cyberbullying, exposure to misinformation, and the...
by Abby Koch | Apr 10, 2024 | Children and Teens
As a parent, it can be difficult to know when your child may be in need of counseling. Children go through many changes as they grow and develop, and it can be challenging to determine what is normal behavior and what may be a sign of a deeper issue. Here are some...
by Emily DuBach, LPC, ATR | Jun 22, 2023 | Children and Teens, Mental Health
According to Erik Erikson (1994), the psychological developmental stage during adolescence is Identity vs. Role Confusion (ages 12-18). This is when this age group is becoming preoccupied with themselves and their bodies changing. This is also when they want to...
by Abby Koch | Apr 27, 2023 | Anxiety and Stress, Children and Teens
All teens experience some amount of anxiety. It’s a normal reaction to stress, and sometimes it helps teens deal with tense or overwhelming situations. For many teens, things like public speaking, final exams, important athletic competitions, or even going out on a...
by Abby Koch | Oct 15, 2021 | Children and Teens
The start of the new school year should be a positive and exciting time for children, but for many, it also means a return to being bullied and the physical and mental health consequences that accompany it. Results of a study published in School Psychology Review...
