From their first day of life, children learn from the world around them. In fact, many of the lessons and skills learned in childhood set the foundation for who they will become as a future adult. However, parents often find themselves at a loss when trying to help their children navigate mental, emotional or behavioral […]
When confronted with a child’s challenging behavior, anxiety, or intense emotional responses, conscientious parents are often left wondering whether their child is experiencing just “normal growing pains” or something that requires a little more attention. For parents of children over the age of 5, what’s considered abnormal may be harder to distinguish. In the first […]
Am I moody? Do I have Bipolar Disorder? Many people struggle with issues related to mood swings. A common concern that I hear is from individuals who experience mood swings and suspect they may have Bipolar Disorder. While Bipolar disorder is quite common, with an estimated 2.6% of adults in the U.S. experiencing the disorder […]
We live in a society that often values productivity over relationships, and this value is promoted at every level. You can see evidence of this in our education system, where making sure our children get good grades and test scores is frequently prioritized over promoting a love of learning. It’s no wonder that many of […]
Are you looking for a Nashville psychologist, counselor or therapist but don’t know where to start? Most people don’t seek out help when they are feeling great, so by the time they recognize the need for some support, they want it as quickly as possible. The best thing you can do is to act swiftly, […]
Without fail, when out at a party or social function, many people have fairly typical responses to learning that I am a psychologist. While a small minority might have an issue that they immediately want to share with me (which does not bother me because I love my work and am happy to help), many […]