Why So Many Boys Hate School
*I was inspired to write this school-themed blog post after recently reading “Boys Adrift,” by Leonard Sax. I cite the book heavily …
5 Steps for Reducing Your Child’s Anxiety
Anxiety and worry are a normal part of childhood, and of life. Major life transitions and new experiences like starting at a …
Celebrating Adolescence: 3 Tips for Parents of Adolescents
I recently wrote a blog post for parents of adolescents that was published by Portland Therapy Center, an online local mental health …
Book Review: Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain
I recently read Brainstorm by Dan Siegel, which offers an in-depth breakdown of how the brain changes during the teenage years, and …
The Non-Recruited Athlete’s Guide to Playing College Sports
Playing College Sports Are you desirous of playing college sports, but you don’t think it’s possible because you’re not getting recruited? If …
How to Talk to Your Teenager About Drugs and Alcohol
Many parents don’t know when or how to talk with their children about drugs and alcohol. And that’s no surprise. Many parents …
Strategies For Managing Your Child’s Screen Time
Phones and the Family As a parent, there are many advantages to giving your child a cell phone. Namely, it’s easy to …
Coping With Winter Sadness
With winter setting in, and the days getting shorter, “lack of light” is a cause of consternation for many Oregonians. For folks …
Get Organized: Tips for High School Students
I work with many teens who struggle with organization, particularly when it comes to schoolwork. Poor organization, in my experience, tends to …
Mindfulness Practice With Athletes
In our previous post, we discussed the meaning and application of mindfulness. While mindfulness practice can be helpful in a variety of …