Fear of rejection is common during adolescence, when friendships and peer acceptance become more important. But when that fear starts keeping your teen from being themselves or living a life that’s meaningful tot hem, they...
Self-harm, clinically known as non-suicidal self-injury, is becoming more and more common, especially among young people. There’s no single reason why some people self-harm, but childhood trauma is one major risk factor. If you self-harm,...
Bed rotting has become a popular trend among teens and Gen Z, with young people spending hours in bed in the name of “self-care.” Some say it’s a much-needed break from the pressures of everyday...
If you’ve been to therapy before, maybe even a few times, and didn’t feel any better, it’s understandable you’d feel discouraged. You might wonder if there are some people that therapy just doesn’t work for,...
Inner child work can be an important part of therapy and healing. The concept may not resonate with everyone, but many of us hold on to patterns from our childhood. For example, you might react...
Does it seem like your teenager would sleep all day if you let them? You’re definitely not the only parent wondering what’s going on. Research has found that over 40% of U.S. teens experience excessive...
Have you ever heard the saying: “Trauma is stored in the body”? It means that sometimes, the effects of trauma don’t only linger as memories. You may know logically that you’re safe now, but your...
It can feel so helpless to watch your teen suffer, even after going to therapy once a week. Maybe it feels like their progress has stalled, or they’re having a harder and harder time managing...