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...
by Teri Karjala | Apr 5, 2022 | Anger Management, Child Counseling, Co-Parenting, Parenting
Is “hangry” (hungry + angry) really a thing? Ask any parent of a toddler – you’ll quickly know the answer! The truth is that many-a-furious meltdowns can be traced back to letting a child go from moderate to extreme hunger – which triggers the...
by Teri Karjala | Dec 13, 2021 | Child Counseling, Parenting
In a world with many distractions, prioritizing quality time with our kids has become more important than ever. Particularly when working from home confuses the boundaries between work life and home life. We also have an endless array of streaming...
