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 | Jun 2, 2022 | Co-Parenting, Divorce, Parenting
Each year, more than 1 million American children experience their parents’ divorce. Shared custody arrangements usually mean children will divide their time between households. A significant life change, like divorce, is naturally stressful for children....
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...
by Teri Karjala | Apr 18, 2022 | Child Counseling, Co-Parenting, Parenting
Accommodating a child who is a picky eater can be stressful for parents. Between wasted food, less than ideal eating habits, and yet another dinner of just chicken nuggets, many parents want to know, “How can I encourage my child to be less picky with food?” This...
