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August 1, 2019

Up in smoke: the teen tobacco epidemic

By Travis Mord Tobacco use by teenagers has become an increasing concern in recent years. Innovations in the tobacco industry have evolved to target teens for […]
May 8, 2019

Why summer is the perfect time for therapy

By Katelyn Bolte, LPCC For many families, summer is a welcome break from busy schedules, extracurricular activities, and academic pursuits. A dilemma that is often seen […]
February 27, 2019

The Fortnite Struggle

By Dr. Joshua Mears One of the most common concerns that I hear in the counseling office when meeting with teens and their parents is the […]
February 5, 2019

How to REALLY Listen to Your Children

By Laura Reinke Parenting is tough. And no matter how many books you read, or parenting workshops you attend, you’re going to make mistakes. We are […]
December 10, 2018

What’s Your Digital Resolution?

By Laura Reinke With New Year’s around the corner, most of the country is resolving to lose weight, exercise more, quit smoking, quit drinking, or finally […]
September 6, 2018

School Survival Guide for Students

By Julie Educate Now that Labor Day has come and gone, most students are back to school or will start soon. Let’s talk about some school […]
July 20, 2018

Strategies for a Successful School Year

By Julie Educate, MS, LPC The 4th of July flew by in a blink of an eye! Now, school supplies are hitting the shelves in all […]
May 21, 2018

Help! My Kids Are Home for the Summer!

Heather Wegner It’s that time of year. For the kids, it couldn’t be more exciting! School’s out! Summer is here! No worries! No stress! Just fun! […]
April 12, 2018

The Effects of Trauma on the Child’s Brain

Heather Wegner Let’s spend a few minutes talking about the effects of trauma on the brains of children. Many of us know that our experiences shape […]
February 5, 2017

Transition Tips for a Successful Summer

Whitney Donovan Long, lazy days. No schedule, no commitments. Endless free time. Is this how you envision summer? I would imagine such a carefree picture is […]
September 26, 2016

Getting Our Children (and Ourselves) Through Winter Boredom–Part 1

Megan Demianiuk, LMFT Feeling cooped up? Do the winter chills, sniffles, sneezes, and scratchy throats have you feeling down and maybe a little irritable? Well, if you’re […]
June 25, 2016

Creating Contentment

Sheryl Crowling 1 Timothy 6:6-8: Godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But […]
February 5, 2016

Maintaining Your Family’s Balance

Whitney Donovan Parents, does this conversation sound familiar? “Remember, you’re picking Johnny up from baseball practice while I take Suzy to her art class. Don’t be […]
January 24, 2016

Summertime Blues?

Jeremy Long Summer is here! School is over, and the kids are home. Let that last part sink in: the kids are home. Children are a tremendous blessing […]
September 23, 2015

‘Tis the Season…for Video Games

Brandon Hayes ’Tis the season…for the release of the latest and greatest video games for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo. There is little doubt that video games […]
September 8, 2015

Tips to Cope with Homesickness

Anita Smith, LPCC As a college student, it is normal to be homesick! The adjustment and transition to college is both exciting and anxiety provoking. Homesickness […]
August 27, 2015

Parenting Your College Student

Anita Smith You have been a good parent. Sure, you have made some mistakes, but you did your best, and now your son or daughter is […]
August 4, 2015

Back-to-School Tips for Parents

Sheryl Cowling If you’re like many parents, you are amazed at how quickly summer has flown by, and you are in the midst of preparing your […]