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Parenting Under Pressure: Staying Connected When the School Year Starts

By Nicole Garcia, PhD As summer gives way to the school year, many families find themselves swept into a whirlwind of new schedules, homework demands, and the emotional ups and downs that accompany this busy season. While children adjust to classrooms and activities, parents are balancing work, household responsibilities, and never-ending to-do lists. That combination…
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When the Cap Comes Off: What Comes Next for You & Your Teen

by Allison Dickens, LPC, LCADC As the school year comes to a close, we should take the time to acknowledge the successes and progress of the students closest to us.  Whether they be our own children, or beloved family members, friends, or members of our community, it is so important to recognize the hard work…
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Election Anxiety

Coping with Election Anxiety: Navigating Uncertainty During Uncertain Times

by Nicole Garcia PhD As the upcoming election approaches, many people are experiencing heightened anxiety, not only about the outcome but also about the deep divides within our communities and country. The polarization we see today can amplify feelings of stress, fear, and frustration, making it difficult to maintain a sense of calm. Children, teens,…
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Embracing Body Neutrality 

By Jennifer Pitman, LCSW It’s that time of year again! Come January 1st we begin to think about the ways we need to change so we can be our best selves. How many of us have made resolutions and how many of us have already broken them? Let’s be honest, very often these resolutions are…
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Understanding & Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder

by Allison Dickens, LPC As the days grow shorter and the chill of late fall sets in, it is not uncommon for individuals to experience a change in their mood.  This change, which we call Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), affects many of us living in the northeast as our winters can be long and cold. …
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