Understanding Anxiety & Depression in Adolescents

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Adolescence is a time of rapid change. And in looking at the mental health challenges teens face, anxiety and depression are among the most common. These mental health challenges combined with the increased social, academic and internal pressures adolescents face makes the emotions that come up all the more complicated. However, seeking to understand an […]

Inside EFFT: What’s Your Parenting Style?

Parenting is an individual journey, different for every family. At Decade2Connect, we support parents on a weekly basis to help them understand their parenting style through the lens of Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). Once you understand your parenting and emotional approach, you can begin to cater your parenting skills to that. To help parents […]

Therapeutic Responses to School Avoidance

Therapist tips for parents and school professionals who are experiencing school refusal in their students. If you’re at a loss, here are some tips for taking the next step towards healing.

My Child Has Autism

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Check out these therapy tips for parents on how to tell your child about their ASD diagnosis

Help! My Kid’s in Crisis!

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If your child is in immediate danger, call emergency services (911 or 988, or text “TALK” to 38255) or go to the nearest emergency room. Every parent faces the inevitable reality of watching their kid face an emotional crisis. It’s scary, it’s intense and likely feels way out of your control. If your child is […]