Parent Support
July 12, 2024
Teenagers often have to deal with confusing and frustrating changes to their bodies, minds and emotions as they grow up. For teens struggling with mood disorders […]
July 10, 2024
Around 10% of children and teens worldwide have a mental health condition, and these rates have only escalated in the last decade. Some experts are even […]
July 5, 2024
In the broadest sense, anxiety is an intense fear, worry or dread. These feelings are often connected to a specific situation, event or thought. While these […]
July 4, 2024
Everyone has a different mental health journey, and the solutions that work for one person may not work for another. This is true for children, teens […]
April 22, 2024
The length of time that a teenager should be in therapy depends on several factors including their diagnosis, response to treatment, at-home support, and their connection […]
April 11, 2024
Jessica Lavender, a licensed professional counselor, and administrator at Embrace U, talked with Lydia Thompson on the podcast “Counselor Off The Clock” about enabling vs. helping […]
April 9, 2024
The idea of starting therapy can be unsettling for teenagers, especially if they are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition like anxiety or depression. When […]
March 8, 2024
There are essentially two recommended levels of treatment for children and teens experiencing moderate to severe symptoms of a mental health disorder — residential treatment (hospitalization), […]
February 27, 2024
Therapists who treat adolescents are often asked, “How long will it take for therapy to work?” The answer depends on several factors including a patient’s diagnosis, […]