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Counseling or Coaching? Hear from an LCSW to learn about which solution is for you.
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Many of the parents I speak to wonder if working with a coach is the right solution for them or their...
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Anxiety 101: Perfectionism, Insecurities, Control, Discomfort, and Fear
Today in this final episode of the Anxiety 101 four-part series, I share with you the main sources of anxiety that I see in myself and my clients.
Perfectionism
Insecurities
Control
Discomfort
Fear
Each has its own...
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Anxiety 101: An Insider's Look at Panic Disorders and the Long Term Health Effects of Anxiety
This episode might feel a little heavy today, but the good news is that there is so so much help out there. Anxiety is so common that there are many places to go and treatment options available to help you get to...
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Anxiety 101: Uncovering the Latest Research on Anxiety in Today's Teens
In part 1 of this Anxiety 101 series, we learned that anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress. It’s a feeling of fear or apprehension about what’s to come. The first day of school, going to a job interview,...
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Anxiety 101: Unlocking the Mystery Behind Anxiety
Did you know...
In the latest national study, only 38% of the respondents reported to NOT having anxiety. (That means 62% do!)
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million...
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Helping Your Teen Develop a Healthy Body Image, Avoid Body Shaming, and Strengthen Their Self-Worth
The digital scale read 201 pounds. I stared at it in disbelief. Although I had 2 young kids and an amazing husband, I couldn't imagine being worthy of anything if my weight was 201 pounds.
I knew that ending my life...
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Help! Am I Failing as a Parent?
I am pretty sure I’ve messed up my kids. I’ve made a ton of mistakes. When I was blessed with a 7th child, I was sure there must have been some terrible mixup. What was God thinking to send another kid to my imperfect...
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You Are Enough: The Parable of the $100 Bill
One of my most popular speaking topics has to do with the parable of the $100 bill.
I like taking out a crisp, new-looking, $100 bill. It’s the bill that I looked at and envied the most when I was young.
If I were...
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When Mom Is Not Well: 9 Tips For Coping with Mental and Health Challenges
Between the physical and mental health challenges of our time, almost all of us have times that feel very heavy.
This is especially true for moms. When a mom is unwell it is especially difficult for everyone.
God...
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Effective Discipline That Sticks
With 7 kids, 14 years apart, you can imagine what my house was like a few years ago. I had teenager tantrums and toddler tantrums simultaneously in the same place at the same time. My youngest kids were being taken to...
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Creating a Healthier Partnership and Happier Marriage: Interview with Sharon Constanzo
We may feel like our relationship with our spouse doesn't affect our kids, but I can assure you it does.
It isn't uncommon for me to work with a teen ridden with anxiety who either saw, heard, or felt the conflict...
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The 5 Words Your Kids Need to Hear
Welcome to this week's version of Come Home to Peace. In this episode, I share with you 5 powerful words you can use to express to your teen the joy you get from watching them develop their talents and try new...
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