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How Permissive Parenting Creeps In — and Why It Can Undermine Emotional Resilience
In the rush of everyday life, where parents are balancing work demands, extra curriculars and household responsibilities
Recalibrating Family Boundaries: Hitting Reset with Love (and a Little Less Screen Time)
Let’s be honest—family life can sometimes feel like a chaotic game of Jenga. One compromise here, a skipped bedtime…
7 Ways to Connect with Your Child in San Diego Over Spring Break
Spring Break is the perfect time to strengthen your connection with your child, especially when you’re living in a vibrant, family-friendly city like San Diego.
Using Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) to Manage Childhood Anxiety Effectively
Anxiety can be overwhelming for children, and as parents, it’s natural to want to shield your child from discomfort or distress.
Anxiety Management for Families During Uncertain Times: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Periods of uncertainty—whether they’re related to global events, personal changes, or daily stress—can amplify feelings of…
Ways to Connect and Show Love to Your Children in February: Tips from a San Diego Therapist
As February rolls in, many of us start thinking about love—especially in our families. It’s the perfect time to reflect on how we connect with our children, teens…
Realistic Expectations as a Parent – How Do They Help?
Since January is often a time of reflection and goal setting, the topic of expectations comes up frequently. As a therapist in San Diego, one of my biggest challenges when working with parents is helping them…
Setting Family Intentions for the New Year: A Therapist’s Guide to Strengthening Family Bonds
One of my favorite annual rituals is to begin the new year with a word or phrase of intention for the year ahead. As a…
Spending Time Together as a Family Over the Holidays: Tips for Overwhelmed Parents
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, connection, and family bonding, but for many parents, this season can feel overwhelming. Between the extra…
How Parents Can Boost Media Literacy in the Digital Age
In today’s digital world, it’s more important than ever to teach our children how to navigate the vast amount of information they encounter online. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or child therapist…