You have to take time out to care for yourself as a parent. Don't wait for all your ducks to be in a row because that will never happen. It needs to be intentional and schedule. Helping teens grow and families improve connection,Lauren Goodman, MS, MFT
We provide an option for clients to see Christian therapists on our staff if they prefer it. I am often asked by Christian families what counseling looks like when it's Christ-centered. The most important thing to understand is that we are not theologians or pastors...
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ls2Wo4WciOc Eating Disorder Recovery Relapse Helping teens grow and families improve connection,Lauren Goodman, MS, MFT
Fifteen years ago a 16 year old boy was approached by an acquaintance at school (We'll call him John). The 16 year old had a reputation in his high school as the kid to go to if you wanted to try a new drug. John sought out the 16 year old and asked if they could hang...
We have so much to be grateful for. It is incredible that we can live in a country with so much freedom. God truly blessed each and every one of us in ways we take for granted every single day. Even having clean water and enough to eat is not a given...
Teen depression can look a bit different from adult depression. In teenagers you might see more of a general irritability. Adults typically notice they feel depressed because their dominant mood is sad. Sometimes adolescent depression presents as sadness, but just...
"So I totally think it's fine to steal from Target because they're a big corporation. I mean, who is it really hurting? They make tons of profits and they're just greedy anyways." This is something I heard straight from the mouth of a teenage client a few weeks ago....
Parents of teenagers call me for a number of varying concerns, one of which is that their daughter has an eating disorder. Once in counseling for any reason, girls frequently reveal they believe they are fat. Of the girls who believe they are fat, a significant...
Why Teens Need Their Sleep: 1. It helps them concentrate in school. 2. It keeps their moods more even. 3. It keeps the immune system strong. 4. They have more energy. 5. It reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression. 6. Teens who are sleep-deprived eat more junk food....
I am enrolled in an 8 week class on how to help parents of adopted children connect better as they bring the new child into their home. While I don't have any adopted children (hats off to those of you who do- what a loving and selfless act), I have gleaned some very...
Hello, I’m Lauren! If you notice your teen struggling, you might be feeling helpless, hopeless, frustrated or concerned as a parent. Try to remember, there is hope. I want to help your adolescent feel better. My hope is for them to enjoy their life again. I want them to feel confident they can handle whatever situations arise.
