Have you ever noticed that something happened in the past, but your body still reacts as if it is happening right now? Maybe you were involved in a car accident, experienced an abusive relationship, lost someone you loved, went through a frightening event, or lived...
Do you ever feel like your mind simply refuses to switch off? You wake up already thinking about everything that could go wrong. You worry about work, relationships, money, your health, family, or even things that haven’t happened yet. Then, when you finally...
Have you ever been surrounded by people and still felt lonely? Perhaps you’ve gone out for dinner with friends, spent time with family, or sat next to your partner on the sofa, yet still felt disconnected. You might even have looked around and thought:...
By Juna Brookes | Child and Young Adult Therapy Specialist It is a common experience for parents of teenagers: you head out for a day that is supposed to be fun—perhaps a trip to the city, a concert, or a busy stadium. Yet, while the rest of the world seems to be...
If your child worries about everything, you’re not alone — and you’re definitely not failing as a parent. One day it’s tummy aches. The next day it’s tears at the school gate. Some mornings, just getting shoes on feels like an Olympic event. Naturally, parents try...
If your child often seems angry, aggressive, or out of control, you are not alone. Many parents feel confused, exhausted, and even guilty when their child hits, screams, refuses to listen, or melts down over small things. You may wonder, “Why is my child behaving this...
