by Teri Karjala | Aug 15, 2022 | Anxiety, Child Counseling, Parenting
If your child prefers their own company, you may wonder if they’re shy or introverted. The two terms are often used interchangeably but are actually two separate traits. This article examines the definitions of both shyness and introversion, looks at signs of each and...
by Teri Karjala | Jul 25, 2022 | Child Counseling, Co-Parenting, Parenting
As a parent of an infant, you may ask yourself… How can I get my baby sleep through the night? What is “sleep training” and does it actually work? Will sleep training harm my baby’s future mental health? In this article, we’ll share infant sleep training...
by Teri Karjala | Jul 6, 2022 | Child Counseling, Co-Parenting, Parenting
It’s no secret that raising kids can be challenging. One of the biggest secrets is that structure and consistency help make parenting a whole lot easier. From discipline issues to picky eating, parenting has its frustrations. So, everyone benefits when parents...
by Teri Karjala | Jun 21, 2022 | Child Counseling, Parenting
When extreme acts of violence make headline news, children can be particularly affected. They become frightened and worry about their safety and the safety of loved ones. In an ideal world, horrific events like war overseas and school shootings wouldn’t happen....
by Teri Karjala | May 23, 2022 | Adult Therapy, Anxiety, Child Counseling, EFT Tapping
What if we told you there was a fast and painless technique that you can use to shift negative emotions and beliefs, instantly? Emotional Freedom Technique, or EFT, is a revolutionary practice. It can be done by an individual on themselves, anytime and...
by Teri Karjala | May 5, 2022 | Anxiety, Child Counseling, Parenting
Is your child struggling with compulsive behaviors, tics or habits he or she can’t seem to kick? Do they pull their hair or eye-lashes? Maybe they pick at their skin or bite their fingernails? Do they clear their throat for no apparent reason? Do they have verbal...
