by Julia Simmons | Oct 23, 2025 | Family Therapy, Parent Coaching
You may wonder if dragging your kids out for a hike or a museum visit is really worth the effort. The groans. The resistance. The inevitable question: “Do we have to go?” But here’s the truth: shared experiences, even the slightly forced ones, create some...
by Julia Simmons | Oct 2, 2025 | School, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
The school year is winding down, the days are getting longer, and the promise of summer break hangs in the air. For students, this often means freedom, fun, and a much-needed respite from homework and tests. However, while the break is crucial for rest and...
by Julia Simmons | Sep 17, 2025 | Adult Therapy, Family Therapy
When we think of family conflict, we often picture slammed doors, raised voices, and hurt feelings. While arguments are a normal part of life, they don’t have to be destructive. Learning to fight fair is a skill that can strengthen your family’s bond and...
by Julia Simmons | Aug 16, 2025 | Parent Coaching, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
The teenage years are a time of significant change, not just for your child, but for your relationship with them. As they push for more freedom and independence, the dynamic between you shifts. This can be a challenging period, often marked by conflict and a feeling...
by Julia Simmons | Nov 7, 2023 | Parent Coaching, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
War is unfortunately a sad reality that is affecting and has affected countless lives around the world. Discussing violent conflict and war with children and teenagers can be challenging for parents and teachers alike. However, open and honest conversations play a...
by Julia Simmons | Oct 25, 2023 | Teen and Adolescent Therapy
In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, the pressure to excel academically, athletically, and socially can be overwhelming for children and teenagers. This toxic high achievement culture places immense emphasis on external validation, leading to detrimental...
by Julia Simmons | Sep 26, 2023 | School, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
Middle and high school can be tumultuous years, marked by self-discovery, academic challenges, and forming lasting friendships. However, they can also be times of exclusion and social cliques, where some students feel left out. In this blog post, we’ll explore the...
by Julia Simmons | Sep 13, 2023 | School, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
The return to school can be an exciting yet anxiety-inducing time for students. After a period of remote learning, vacations, or even the transition from one grade to another, the adjustment back to the school routine can pose various emotional challenges. As...
by Julia Simmons | Aug 28, 2023 | Adult Therapy
In the intricate landscape of youth development, emotions play a central role in shaping experiences, behaviors, and even the process of learning. The journey through adolescence is marked by both profound emotional shifts and substantial cognitive growth....
by Julia Simmons | Aug 17, 2023 | Parent Coaching, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
In today’s digitally connected world, social media has become an integral part of teenagers’ lives. While it offers numerous benefits, it also comes with its fair share of dangers, particularly concerning the mental health of adolescents. As parents,...
by Julia Simmons | Aug 1, 2023 | School, Teen and Adolescent Therapy
Our children are sponges and they learn from what they see within and beyond their home. Summer is a unique and fun time to expose our children to new ways of thinking, exploring and playing. Typically, when the school year kicks we are nonstop until a holiday, school...
