Are You Ready for an Empty Nest?
Raising children is one of the most rewarding and challenging endeavors of our lives. As a mom myself, I understand the feelings of excitement watching them grow and develop into…
Announcing New Grayslake Office Location
Cherry Hill Counseling is excited to announce that we have added a new office location in Grayslake, IL, to serve clients across Lake County and southern Wisconsin. The Grayslake office…
Helping Kids Cope with Anxiety During COVID-19
The list of worries for families during this pandemic can feel overwhelming and preoccupy our thoughts. Do you know if these worries are impacting your kids? I would like to…
Cherry Hill Welcomes Upswing Counseling
We are excited to announce our recent merge with Upswing Counseling in Wheaton. The therapists at Upswing add new talent and experience to our team at Cherry Hill– working with…
Caring for the Little Ones Among Us
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. ~ Benjamin Franklin Have you ever found yourself repeatedly telling your child to complete a…
Managing COVID-19: Tips for Families with Children/Teens
Prior to social distancing, it was easier for families to overlook each other’s anxiety. Enter COVID-19: the virus that the entire world is talking about and fighting against. When news…
Out of Focus
Picture the last time someone gave you their full attention, and you could sense in that moment the depth of their care for you. In my experience, this is something…
Is it Just Me? Postpartum Anxiety
Our culture and media depict new motherhood with joy and satisfaction, cuddles and connection. Often, the reality of drastic changes in hormones along with new responsibilities can leave a mom…
The Unspoken Loss of Adoption’s Happy Endings
Recently, I was asked to write a blog article for the Cherry Hill Counseling website. The topic? Adoption. Makes sense. That’s my area of expertise. The families and individuals touched…
In Search of Home: Caring for Third Culture Kids
Can you remember the first time you flew? Perhaps it was with great excitement or maybe even some trepidation. But for some who grew up as third culture kids, the…