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    Job Grounding Parenting Method

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    By: Dr. Kenya Makhiawala Parenting can be such a challenge! You hear so many different ideas, techniques, methods, etc., it’s hard to know which will work best for you and your family. One thing is for sure: we’ve all heard the important saying “consistency is key.” Here is one specific tool that you can add…

  • Empty Nest: Now What?

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    By: Karla VanAssche As a child who loved school, the end of summer was always a time of excitement over school supplies and new “school clothes”.  Who doesn’t remember showing up for the first day of classes in the September heat wearing an overly warm sweater and long pants just because we had already deemed…

  • Back to School Doesn’t Mean Back to Bullying

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    By: Truc Nguyen, LLP As the majority of students are heading back to school next, there are some kids who may be anxious or hesitant about this event. After experiencing some perks that remote learning had to offer, such as doing school in their pajamas, having access to snacks, not having to wake up early…

  • Sensory Processing Issues In Children

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    By: Dr. Pamela McCaskill, Ph.D. I am often asked, “Does my child have sensory processing disorder?” My quick answer is “No” because that is not an actual term and should not be diagnosed.  However, sensory processing difficulties are very legitimate…ask any parent who is raising a child with these challenges!  Basically, sensory processing difficulties mean…