How to Help When Your Child is Obsessed with Hand-Washing

Some kids and adolescents have increased anxiety around germs and want to wash their hands frequently.  It is normal and expected for a child to want to wash their hands after using the restroom or before a meal. However, when your child is washing their hands...

Avoiding Parental Burnout: Strategies for Managing Stress and Anger

Being a parent can be challenging. This is especially true when you are parenting a child who is experiencing mental health concerns. It can be easy to become overwhelmed, angry, and upset.  As a parent, as hard as it is, it is important to be calm during frustrating...

I Have No Patience for My ADHD Child

Parents are often asking about how to have more patience with a child who has ADHD. The first thing we often say is, “you are not alone.” Parenting a child with ADHD is challenging. It can be frustrating when you ask your child to do one little thing and you feel it...