As caregivers, we all want our children to grow into confident, compassionate, and informed adults. One of the most meaningful ways to support that growth is by helping teens develop a healthy, respectful understanding of relationships and sexuality. If you’re searching for counseling for children...
Medication management, when combined with effective mental health therapy, can be a powerful path to lasting relief. This article explains how medication fits into anxiety care, what to expect from medication management, how therapy amplifies results, and how to navigate side effects and long-term recovery....
Drawing on two decades of clinical experience, I’ve seen firsthand how psychiatric medication myths can delay healing, fuel shame, and keep people from getting help that could make life easier and more fulfilling. This article unpacks the top myths, separates facts from fiction, explains why...
No matter the zip code, the most common relationship struggles start with everyday communication. The good news: communication is a skill you can learn and practice. As an expert couples counselor of 20 years, I’ve sat with partners from Cleveland and Beachwood, Ohio, to Columbus,...
Adolescence is a critical window for brain development, learning, and self-esteem. When ADHD symptoms go untreated during these years, teens often face avoidable academic setbacks, conflict at home, social friction, and stress that can echo into adulthood. Early, thoughtful treatment—including medication when appropriate—can change that...
Today’s teens are growing up in a world where phones, group chats, and social media shape daily life—and sometimes, high-pressure situations. Sexting can feel like a modern rite of passage, but it carries real emotional, social, and legal risks. As caring adults, we can help...