by AJ Frazier | Mar 31, 2026 | Children & Play Therapy, Emotional Regulation, Parenting
The Question Many Parents Are Asking One of the biggest questions parents face today is this: How do we help our children learn to acknowledge and feel their emotions while also developing the resilience to move through challenges? Over the past several decades,...
by Sarah Reynolds | Jan 13, 2026 | Coping Skills & Grounding Techniques, Emotional Regulation, Mental Health Education
Many people come to therapy believing that the goal is to get rid of uncomfortable emotions—anxiety, sadness, anger, shame. It’s an understandable hope. When emotions feel overwhelming, our nervous system naturally looks for escape. But not all ways of coping with...
by Hayden Allen | Dec 16, 2025 | Emotional Regulation, Mental Health Education, Therapy Tools & Techniques
Emotional avoidance shows up in everyday ways that often go unnoticed. It’s staying busy so we don’t have to think, scrolling on our phone when anxiety starts to rise, shutting down during conflict, or telling ourselves we shouldn’t feel a certain way. Most of the...
by Jen Paschall | Mar 6, 2025 | ADHD, Boundaries & Healthy Relationships, Couples & Marriage Counseling, Emotional Regulation
Emotional regulation plays a critical role in maintaining healthy relationships. It helps partners navigate conflicts, express love and appreciation, and create emotional safety. However, for individuals with ADHD, emotional regulation can be a significant challenge....
by Jeremiah VanDyke | Jan 30, 2025 | Emotional Regulation, Mental Health Education, Mindfulness & Meditation
The Power of Paying Attention to Your Emotions In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to neglect our emotions. Many of us are taught to prioritize logic over feelings, productivity over presence, and external achievements over internal well-being. However,...
by Jeremiah VanDyke | Nov 6, 2024 | Emotional Regulation, Mental Health Education, Personal Growth & Healing
Emotions are a fundamental part of being human. They color our experiences, guide our decisions, and influence how we interact with the world around us. However, emotions can also become overwhelming, especially when we’re faced with stress, anxiety, or...
