Dealing with Grief and Loss During the Holidays

The holiday season, a time traditionally associated with joy and togetherness, can be particularly challenging for those experiencing grief and loss. Whether it's the pain of missing a loved one,…

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When Your Toddler Says “No”: Tips for Navigating the Challenging Toddler Years

Ah, the captivating stage of parenting where your toddler picks up the word "no" and uses it frequently. Navigating a toddler's constant self-assertion can often drain even the most patient…

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Embracing Change: Navigating Divorce and Remarriage with Children

In life's twists and turns, we sometimes face complex crossroads like divorce and remarriage. Amidst these changes, your children's well-being matters most. Let's journey together to discover how to navigate…

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Mental Health for Moms: Using Social Media Well

It is becoming almost cliche to acknowledge the fact that social media can negatively affect our mental health. We all seem to feel the negativity on some level and yet…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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