Talking to Children About a Parent’s Illness: What to Say, What to Avoid, and How to Help

Talking to Children About a Parent’s Illness: What to Say, What to Avoid, and How to Help The best way to approach talking to children about a parent’s illness is to tell them early, honestly, and in words that fit their age. Name the illness, explain what will change in their daily life, reassure them […]

Types of Therapists Explained: What LMFT, LCSW, PhD and PsyD Really Mean

The main types of therapists in California are Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC), psychologists (PhD or PsyD), and psychiatrists (MD or DO). All licensed therapists can provide talk therapy. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can prescribe medication. Psychologists also perform formal psychological testing. Why […]

After School Restraint Collapse: Why Kids Fall Apart the Moment They Get Home

After School Restraint Collapse: Why Kids Fall Apart the Moment They Get Home After school restraint collapse is when a child holds it together all day at school, then melts down at home with tears, anger, or defiance. It happens because keeping emotions in check all day is exhausting, and home feels safe enough to […]