Temper tantrums are common during a child’s toddler years, but they happen at any age. Even adults throw fits at times when they don’t get what they want. They just have a better way of controlling their emotions and reactions. Some temper tantrums are signs of...
Conflict resolution is an important element in any relationship. Whether you’re engaged, married, or on the verge of divorce, you can benefit from improving your communication skills and gaining a better understanding of your spouse’s feelings. Marriage counseling,...
Having a pet can reduce your stress, improve your confidence, boost your happiness, and even extend your life! This is something we recommend for many of our depression counseling patients in Michigan because of the countless benefits that come with pet ownership....
A great way to maximize the benefits of adult counseling sessions is to use a journal for therapy. This acts as a supplemental exercise to your counseling sessions, and it can improve the impact of your therapy as a whole. Here are some benefits of journal therapy,...
Do you feel like you have the same arguments over and over again? This is a common issue for couples, especially when they have been together for a long time. With some simple communication and conflict resolution skills, you can drastically reduce the volume and...
Postpartum depression is a form of depression that comes after giving birth to a child. Many new moms go through a period of mood fluctuations after having a baby. Some only last a few days (often known as “baby blues”), but some can last for weeks or even months....
Continued from Part 2 Help Your Child Transition From House To House Children do not always like change. The concept of going back and forth between houses can be frustrating and stressful at first. Do what you can to make this transition easy for your child. Talk...
Continued from Part 1 Be Cordial Around Your Children You may not have a great relationship with your former spouse, but your children do not need to see that. If the children are present during your interactions, try to remain as cordial as possible. This doesn’t...
Getting a divorce is difficult for everyone involved. This is a particularly trying process if you and your former spouse have children together. You must learn to work with one another even though you no longer share a marital bond. In this guide from our family...
Grief is not a cookie-cutter process. Every person experiences a different range of emotions as they mourn the loss of a loved one. A professional grief counselor can guide you through these emotional obstacles, but some may come up unexpectedly. A song you hear on...
