I’m writing to share some thoughts and information that I’ve gathered on managing technology within your family. I’m a mom of three children (7, 9, and 11), and like many of you, I spent the past summer battling screen usage with my three kids. It’s my most hated fight. I’m also a family therapist in the Washington, DC and ...READ MORE »
In my work with college students, I have witnessed wide-eyed 18-year-olds show up at school ready to jump in feeling excited and confident–only to fall flat emotionally in two weeks. In contrast, I’ve seen many anxious, shy, homesick kids work through lots of rough emotions during the hardest weeks of their lives and come out pretty strong in the end. ...READ MORE »
Spring is here and the school year is finally winding down. Summer is just around the corner, and for many kids this is a fun time of year – a time to enjoy the nicer weather, look forward to summer vacations, and wrap up a successful academic year. However, for many families, this time of year can be a real ...READ MORE »
