A Therapy & Mental Wellness Blog

Recently, I was at an event and a mom said, "It's going to be a long weekend. I punished my child from all electronics." Another parent at the table was shocked. She said, "You know you are only punishing yourself!" Do parents want electronics to entertain their children or educate them? Can't children these days entertain themselves with toys other than electronics? Unfortunately, kids these days do not remember life before the iPad, iPhone, laptop, computer, tablet, DS

Recently, a client was telling me about her frustrations of being a widow with no help from others and hearing from her friends who are divorced about the difficulties they have with single parenting. She felt that she never got a break, while her friends had “time off” when their kids were with the other parent. She stated that others, “just don't understand.” For those facing the pain of loss, grief counseling in Harrisburg, PA can provide the support and guidance needed

Potty training is a milestone that a parent looks forward to probably more than many of the other milestones. The parents don't have to buy diapers, carry them around anymore, and try to find a clean place to change a diaper many times a day. Unfortunately, potty training isn't easy. A parent needs to take the time and make the commitment to "train" his or her child to go on the potty. Many follow the three day method, sometimes it can take a week, and sometimes it can take

The hit movie "Blended," starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore was so cute and a must see. However, there was a line that is emphasized, "You put your kids first 99% of the time. That last 1%, we get to do what we want." I disagree with that statement. I think it's important to always consider your kids in your decisions. It is important to make healthy decisions for you, your kids, and your future. However, if you are not happy, your kids will know. Just like when y

Remember in the early 90's when you went out for dinner with your family and you actually talked? It seems like every time I go out I notice a family, a couple, a group of friends disengaged, zoned into their phones. Modern day technology has allowed for accessibility but it has also made it more difficult for people to learn effective communication skills. As a child, if you needed to be occupied your parents played with you, or gave you a coloring book, or small figurin

Written by: Amanda Levison , M.S., LMHC, LPC, CCBT "My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person,"... he gave me ME! On Father's Day, people post happy pictures honoring the men in their lives they love and adore: their dad, grandpa, and/or husband. What about those who suffered a loss and are no longer able to celebrate with? This is in honor of those wonderful men who have impacted your life. Those men who helped strengthen your character, tau