It’s okay for your son or daughter to make friends their own way. Just be the safe space for him or her to talk through when issues arise. That’s where you come in.
Bibliotherapy: Incorporating Literature Into Therapy with Teens & Tweens
Psychotherapy & Books Literature in therapy is an excellent way to introduce topics, explore problem solving options, and develop empathy for others’ struggles. When working with teens, tweens, and children, one long-term goal is typically to develop macro- and micro- level insight. Characters in well written books can reveal that you’re not alone in facing …
Until You Bless Me: A Mothers Day Homage in the Midst of Desperate Loss, & Ensuing Trials
After life’s desolation and destruction, Ruth and Naomi earned all star cast in the lineage of Christ Jesus, savior for humankind.
Summer Socials: Mindful Parents Promote Peer-Connection for Teens & Tweens
I don’t know about you, but the spring semester typically has me feeling overwhelmed. Summer rest, recovery, and reconnection thoughts might be percolating . . . or you might be cringing at the thought . . . it’s such a busy season! The spring can be like a marathon push straight towards the start of …
July 2025 MomJunction – 10 Signs of Emotional Unavailability
MomJunction featured JJC founder as an expert for this article on relational connection and signs of unavailability.
Gratitude for Parents of Teens
The Rapids Are Real Are you singing Bing Crosby’s line, “and Mom and Dad can hardly wait for school to start again?” ‘Tis the season where parents and teens find themselves together for more hours than in a typical week. Crazy sleep schedules, ravenous appetites, and demands for both more (more screen time, more freedom …
How Chronic Pain Impacts Mental Health
People living with chronic pain are at heightened risk for mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Coping With Chronic Pain Here are ten strategies for coping with chronic pain. If you are employed, talk to your HR representative about FMLA. Remember this visit is not therapeutic in nature. It might be …
Managing Teen Depression in a World Where Anxiety & Depression Seem to be the Norm
Teens today experience higher rates of anxiety and depression than any other illness, according to Bernaras, Jaureguizar, and Garaigordobil (2019). In fact, it might be the new normal for teens to have some experience with depression, anxiety, or both before their adult years. Case Study Angela and her son, Simon, have been navigating a bout …
Gratitude for Parents
Childish behaviors can irritate adults, but there can be more than one way to interpret pesky attitudes or actions. Consider the flip side to a few behaviors with this fabulous infographic.
I Really Need Therapy but I Can’t Afford It: How Much Does Therapy Actually Cost and How To Pay For It
At the end of the day, mental health is your foundation. Caring for it is a smart investment.
