by Annalise Wallis | Aug 17, 2026 | Anxiety, Children & Play Therapy, Stress Management, Teen & Adolescent Therapy
When Back-to-School Worry Shows Up “Mom, I don’t want to go to school. My stomach hurts…” As summer winds down, back-to-school worry can start showing up in different ways. A child may have trouble sleeping, complain of a stomachache, or suddenly insist they don’t...
by Ally McPeak | Feb 25, 2026 | Personal Growth & Healing, Self-Esteem & Confidence, Teen & Adolescent Therapy, Women’s Mental Health
If you asked most people whether they would speak harshly to a struggling friend, they would almost certainly say no without hesitation. We pride ourselves on being supportive, encouraging, and compassionate toward the people we care about. And yet, when we turn...