by Crissy Himelstein | Sep 23, 2025 | Parenting
Parenting a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming, but the latest research offers hope and clarity. ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is not a character flaw or a sign of bad parenting it’s a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention,...
by Crissy Himelstein | Jan 4, 2023 | Tween and Teen Counseling
Many people consider themselves perfectionists. They might work extremely hard to meet the high expectations that they set for themselves. Perfectionism can start at a very young age, with attempts to get straight As in school, sign up for every extracurricular, and...
by Crissy Himelstein | Nov 8, 2022 | Parenting
Parents raising biracial children often wonder how they should approach difficult topics like racism, make sure that their children feel accepted, and help their kids feel comfortable in their identity. Growing up biracial can be confusing sometimes. Some children...
by Crissy Himelstein | Oct 4, 2022 | Child Therapy
Maybe your child is heading off to school this year. Or perhaps your child is a few years into elementary school. You might simply be feeling a bit nervous about everything your child is going to face, or maybe your child has told you about a problem they’re dealing...
by Crissy Himelstein | Aug 15, 2022 | Parenting
Do you feel like all of your friends are having an easier time with parenting than you are? Perhaps your child has been struggling with behavioral issues, and you feel like you’re at your wit’s end. You can’t help but compare your family to other people, and you...
