How long do you think this will take? It is a great question and should be asked more frequently than it is! The good news is that you have already started by the time you are in my office for the first session and asking this question. The slightly-dissapointing-because-there-is-no-magic-wand answer is... I generally ask my clients to commit to a...[ read more ]
Seeking out counseling for your children is a difficult undertaking. It is so wise and admirable to build an army of supportive, healthy adults to speak into your child’s life, but a leap of faith to select those people. There is somewhat of a sequence to the counseling process, but each family has different needs and personalities. Typically, the first...[ read more ]
I love working with teens and their families. It is helpful to have a glimpse into what that work looks like in my office. Counseling looks different with different clients/populations, be it individual, couples or family. Here is a glimpse into what to expect out of counseling when you come as a family with your teenager. In working with teens...[ read more ]
*This post is dedicated to leaders in any ministry that are operating out of a volunteer, part time position with limited training. Image by Haley Rude on Etsy! My Story: I had a special relationship with a teenager while I was in college. She was witty, creative, and intelligent. She threw some half truths in her stories that kept me wondering...[ read more ]