Therapeutic Ways to Support Your Child’s Anxiety
Having feelings of anxiety is part of life, beginning at birth with our first cry. As we grow, feelings of anxiety are experienced in the body as tightness of the chest, shortness of breath and the loss of control – all of these new sensations are heightened in children when they don’t know why it’s […]
Tips for Single Parenting
In parenting, you become a part of someone else’s life and story. The journey of raising a child becomes a lifelong one. Finding your own balance in this adventure can be a challenge, especially if you’re engaging in it as a single parent. It’s important to prioritize self-care and make time for your own needs, […]
How Do I Explain a Death in the Family?
It has been said that life is about Hello’s and Goodbye’s. While the hello’s in life can be full of expectation and excitement, the goodbye’s can bring emotions across a full range of emotions. Losing a person who is dear to you or your family is difficult. Explaining a death in the family to a […]
Parenting Tips For Using an Effective “No”
Daylight without night is just day… Yes without No is just Yes… Obviously, we don’t exist in a universe without limits, boundaries or realities we may not enjoy. We all like to be told yes. Yes gives us what we want. If you’re looking to improve your family’s communication and boundary-setting skills, our Family Therapy […]
Creating a Self Care Plan for Your Family
Does adding one more thing to your family’s routine sound impossible? We see families every day who are overwhelmed by the growing demands of their lives and we’re here to suggest not another task but support: self care.Taking intentional time for your family is an important way to prioritize your mental and physical well-being. It […]
Help! My Kid’s in Crisis!
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. Our goal at Decade2Connect is to provide mental health support not only for your child but you and your family. If your child is experiencing frequent emotional crises, our […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness month.