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5 Therapist-Approved Tips for Middle School Stress and Anxiety
Middle school brings a lot of change at once: new schedules, new social pressure, first phones. Here are 5 therapist-approved ways parents and tweens can work through the stress together.
Is My Child Just Shy, or Is Something Else Going On?
Learn the real differences between shyness and social anxiety in kids, plus signs it's time to talk to a therapist.
Why Your Tween Keeps Changing Their Mind About Everything (It's Not a Phase, It's a Process)
Your tween's constant changes—new friends, new interests, new everything—aren't random. They're part of one of the biggest identity shifts kids go through. Here's what's really going on, and how to help.
Building Friendships When Social Rules Don't Come Naturally to Your Child
Your child wants friends, but the unwritten rules everyone else seems to know instinctively? Those don't always come easy. Here's what actually helps.
Your Child Is Starting Group Therapy—Here's What to Expect
Wondering how group therapy actually works for your child? From that first screening call to the final goodbye, there's a process behind it — one designed to help your child feel prepared, supported, and set up to succeed every step of the way.
Are Your Kids Back at School? 5 Ways for Parents to Practice Self Care During Back to School
Are Your Kids Back to School? 5 Ways to Practice Self Care for Parents
While a lot of parents secretly (or not-so-secretly) rejoice when their kids go back to school, many still struggle to prioritize their own needs. You might be juggling after school activities, appointments, housework, your own career, and a seemingly endless to-do list…but it’s important to carve out time for yourself in the midst of all the chaos. Keep reading for tips on how to incorporate self-care into your routine now that school has started.