We all use different coping strategies when dealing with stress and other overwhelming emotions. Some use substances such as drugs and alcohol, some smoke cigarettes, and some charge a lot of money to their credit card. …

For most people, discussing mental health can feel uncomfortable. But ALL parents wonder how to talk to kids about mental health. This is a whole other level. However, talking mental health with kids doesn’t have to be awkward, uncomfortable or anything of the like. If you or a loved one…

With many relationships, as time passes, the “newness” and “butterflies” gives way to routine — is often the natural course of things. For many, it seems you typically know what to expect from your partner, and sometimes it feels like you’ve heard all their stories. And while your love for…

Adolescence is a critical life stage. So much so that during ages 11–20, the foundation for who your child will become is laid out. It’s your responsibility as a parent to guide your teen through the turbulent ride of adolescence and guide them into the world of happy adulthood. …

Mental health is much more than a clinical diagnosis. Your mental health also refers to your psychological well-being. If you’re like many folks these days, you might be curious how you can improve mental health. Having a healthy psychological well-being means being able to better manage your emotions as well…

Whether conducted in the United States or anywhere else, most surveys indicate the number one reason for divorce is poor communication. However, beyond having different communication styles, issues often develop when both partners aren’t comfortable discussing their feelings. …

Most parents believe that if they do everything right, their children will be happy. But that’s not how childhood works. No matter how much you love them or how much attention and material items you shower them with (please don’t though), kids are going to experience anger. …

Life can be challenging if you’re an introvert. Simple interactions for most people sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable for an introvert. The mere idea of taking part in certain social events can be exhausting and emotionally draining to an introvert. …

Most people come to couples therapy with good intentions. Sadly though, they often still fall into the usual traps of marriage counseling and set themselves up for failure. Bickering, interrupting, contempt, resentment and so on. So how do you avoid all this nonsense? When I see couples communicating poorly in…