The Child & Family Journey

As a mother, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, it is important to me to help others and make a positive difference […]

Around this time last year, I set a goal to publish a blog once a month. That’s 12 blogs! I almost accomplished this goal. I published […]

The holidays are upon us and it’s my favorite time of year! Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or Christmas, it’s a time to spend time with […]

Every year on National Coming Out Day, which is on Thursday, October 11th, people celebrate coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), or as […]

As the school year has started for some and right around the corner for others, here are some tips (based on what I see a lot […]

Mental health conditions do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, or identity. Anyone can experience the challenges of mental illness, regardless of their background. However, […]

Summer break is upon us or will be soon! Most children are definitely looking forward to the break from school, as well as some parents…sleeping in, […]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It was created with the goal of reaching out to millions of people across the US through media, local events, […]

Depression amongst children and teenagers is becoming more and more common. Being a child or teenager is not easy, especially when there is bullying going on […]

Often times as parents, we get caught up with so many things (e.g., cooking, cleaning, working, taking care of the children, etc.). We feel we have […]

February is Black History Month in America, as well as in a few other countries. It is an annual observance that is a way for remembering […]

As a mother, wife, and therapist, it can be hard to feel like you have everything balanced….that you’re giving enough time to your spouse or significant […]