by Terry Levy | Jun 24, 2015 | Parenting
The impact of adoption is lifelong. Adoption issues are significant for both a child and adult in every stage of social and emotional development. As a healing parent you need to be aware of the challenges and tasks required to meet the needs of your child. Years...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 11, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
Attachment is the deep and enduring connection established between children and caregivers in the early stages of life. It profoundly influences every aspect of the human condition—mind, body, emotions, relationships, and morality. Attachment is not something that...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 8, 2015 | Parenting, Psychology, Uncategorized
During World War II, Lt. Commander Butch O’Hare served as a fighter pilot on the aircraft carrier Lexington in the South Pacific. On February 20, 1942, his entire squadron was sent on a mission. Once airborne, he noticed someone had neglected to top off his fuel tank....
by Michael Orlans | May 11, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
Parents are often unclear about the difference between consequence and punishment. A consequence is the result or direct effect of an action. The goal for giving consequences is to teach a lesson that leads to positive choices. It encourages self-examination,...
by Michael Orlans | May 1, 2015 | Parenting, Uncategorized
Most parents parent the same way as their parents, or if they disliked it, do the opposite. What comes naturally is the familiarity of what was modeled. Parenting isn’t taught as part of school curriculum and we just don’t learn it by osmosis. Developing a sound...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Feb 16, 2015 | Attachment, Parenting
Sibling relationships can last a lifetime, even more enduring than parent-child or marital relationships. Sibling relationships have a significant influence on children’s emotional and social development. Lessons about sharing, compromising, conflict-resolution,...
