Unplug and Connect: The Surprising Benefits of Phone-Free Family Bonding Time

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In today’s digital age, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to unplug and connect with the people around us, especially our families. Our smartphones and other electronic devices are constantly vying for our attention, and it’s easy to get lost in the endless scroll of social media or the never-ending stream of emails. But what if we …

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The Healing Power of Nature: How Spending More Time Outdoors Can Reduce Anxiety

Anxiety in Children, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, LifePoint Therapy, Parenting, Professional Therapy / By sean

Anxiety is a mental health disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent feelings of fear, worry, and unease that can interfere with daily activities. While there are various ways to manage anxiety, spending time in nature has proven to be one of the most effective methods. The healing power of …

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Social Media Anxiety: How to Protect Your Mental Health

Child Therapy, Emotions, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, LifePoint Therapy, Parenting, Professional Help, Professional Therapy / By sean

Social media has become a ubiquitous presence in our lives. It’s hard to imagine a world without Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms. While these platforms have their benefits, they also have their downsides. One of the most significant concerns is social media anxiety. The constant need to check notifications, likes, and followers …

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Uncovering the Wonders of Therapy: How Does It Work and How to Know If You Need It!

Emotions, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, LifePoint Therapy, Open Communication, Parenting, Professional Help / By Kris Yap

Are you struggling with something? Feeling overwhelmed by life? Or maybe you are having difficulty dealing with a particular situation? If so, you might be in need of therapy. But how does therapy work and how to know if you need it? In this blog post, I will answer these questions and more, as we …

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Helping Children Cope with Divorce Through Family Counseling

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Divorce can be a difficult and stressful experience for both adults and children. It is natural for children to feel a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and confusion, and it is important for parents to provide support and guidance to help their children cope with the changes. Family counseling can be an effective tool …

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Is Couples Therapy Right For You

Balance, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, Open Communication, Professional Help / By sean

If you’ve been married or have been in a long-term relationship for any amount of time, then chances are you’ve thought about going to couples therapy. But how do you approach the subject with your partner? It can be a tricky topic to bring up as it involves exposing intimate details about yourself and your …

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How to Help Your Teenager Through a Tough Breakup

Anxiety in Children, Child Therapy, Emotions, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, Parenting, Professional Help, Professional Therapy / By Kris Yap

It is inevitable: a broken heart. Whether it happens to your 12 or your 17-year-old child, it’s bound to happen. This very normal part of growing up can have a variety of outcomes with one unfortunately being depression. As a parent, it is important to help your child navigate his or her way through …

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How to Navigate the Teenage Dating Stage as a Parent

Anxiety in Children, Emotions, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, Open Communication, Parenting, Professional Help, Professional Therapy / By Kris Yap

Whether you like it or not, kids turn into teenagers, and teenagers turn into people who want to date other people. And whether you’re prepared for it or not — whether your rules allow for it or not, you can’t stop nature from happening. So, what do you do when you notice more-than-friends relationships form? …

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Four Ways to Restore Peace and Balance

Anxiety in Children, Balance, Child Therapy, Emotions, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, Open Communication, Parenting, Professional Help / By Kris Yap

In person school, online school. The basketball game is on, and now it’s not. You can have friends over, now you cannot. The virus is scary, but don’t be too scared. Wear your mask while out, but not outside. Wear it outside – but, don’t go outside. The world as we know it is very …

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What to Do When You Know Your Teen is Hiding Something

Anxiety in Children, Back to School Transition, Boundaries, Bullying, Bullying Awareness, Child Therapy, Life of a Teen, LifePoint Child and Family Therapy, LifePoint Therapy, Love, Mental Health, Mental Health Evaluation, Mindset of a kid, Online Bullying, Open Communication, Parenting, Professional Help, Professional Therapy, Psychological Trauma, Social Media, Suicide Prevention, Teen Mental Health / By sean

What to Do When You Know Your Teen is Hiding Something Talk to your teen about anything except what he may be hiding. Yes, avoid the elephant in the room. Talk about cars, how bad the refrigerator stinks. Crack a joke about his bed head. For heaven’s sake, talk about the weather! Dialogue is dialogue, …

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