by Emily Bemmer | May 3, 2021 | Adolescent Psychology, Parenting
Everyone needs some form of support, but teenagers are one of the demographics that need it the most. Teenagers need both support and knowledge as they learn to engage with the world, and parents are a vital source of information for teens for areas they are not...
by Emily Bemmer | Dec 10, 2020 | ADHD, Adolescent Psychology, Autism, Child Psychology, COVID Care
Christmas is a time for gathering together family and friends, enjoying delicious food, and celebrating both the traditions and spontaneity that come with the holidays. However, for both children and adults who experience different sensory sensitivities, Christmas can...
by Emily Bemmer | Oct 26, 2020 | Adolescent Psychology, Child Psychology, What to expect
A lot of adults can find it difficult to attend therapy for the first time, so it should come as no surprise that teenagers can feel the same. However, except for situations where your teen is at immediate risk of harm, being forced or coerced into therapy will often...
by Lauren Chee | Mar 2, 2020 | Adolescent Psychology, Anxiety, Children, Procrastination, Self-Care
Are you stressed out by study? It’s only the start of the school year, but already homework, assignments, and exams are piling up, your stress is rising, and you wish you could do something about it. As psychologists, we understand that study stress can be tough, and...
by Valerie Ling | Feb 4, 2019 | Adolescent Psychology
Adjusting to high school or a new school can be like adjusting to a new culture … 4 Stages of Cultural Adaptation and helping our kids adjust Valerie LingValerie Ling, MClin Psych, BA(Hons), MAPS, Clinical Psychologist has a passion for helping people find their...
by Valerie Ling | Nov 27, 2018 | Adolescent Psychology, Child Psychology
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Statistics In a recent survey of child and adolescent mental health issues in Australia, it was found that about 1 in 7 children aged 4-17 years old had a mental disorder in the previous 12 months. That is 560,000 children and...
