Posted 1 month ago
This month’s question: Is it normal to feel burnt out as a parent? I feel guilty for needing space.
Natalie Quiring-Oleson, MSW, LICSW • JFCS Therapist:
If you saw a job posting whose duties include hou[...] Posted 2 months ago
This month's question: How do I talk to my teen about sex, drinking, and drugs without pushing them away?
Nikole Slocum, MS, LPCC, JFCS Therapist:
A lot of parents think they need to have this huge, serious[...] Posted 3 months ago
No one wants to reinforce their child’s fear of monsters under the bed, but we do want them to feel heard and supported. How do we thread that needle? This month’s question tackles how parents can support the[...] Posted 4 months ago
Summer camp can be an exciting experience, full of new opportunities, new friendships, and new skills. Parents sending their child to summer camp for the first time may find themselves wonderi[...] Posted 5 months ago
This month’s question: “The world feels so unhinged, every day a new devastating challenge. How can I help my children feel safe and not scared during this uncertain time?”
Dori Gelfman, Education and Le[...] Posted 6 months ago
This month's question: How can I talk with my 9-year-old daughter, in an age-appropriate way, about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in our communities? I want to be calm and reassure her about[...] Posted 7 months ago
This month’s question: How do I talk with my teen about suicide?
Nikole Slocum, MS, LPCC, JFCS Therapist:
Talking with your teen about suicide might feel like one of the hardest conversations you’ll eve[...] Posted 9 months ago
This months’ question:
My 3-year-old throws tantrums every time we leave the park. How can I set boundaries without losing my temper?
Natalie Quiring-Oleson, MSW, LICSW, JFCS Therapist (and proud parent o[...] 