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Appreciating & Celebrating Black History Month
Black history is rich and vast; it does not solely belong to blacks but has universal significance.

Raising Your Grandchildren: The Good, The Hard & The In-between
No one plans on raising their grandchildren. This can be a very challenging time & it’s important to grab onto the resources and help around you. Let’s talk about the good, the hard, and the in-between of what it really means to raise your grandchildren.

Evolving and Having Hope for the New Year
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted everyone’s sense of stability, structure, and sense of control, yet again. This long-drawn-out time of uncertainty, combined with the social distancing that keeps us away from family, friends, and normal activities, has taken a significant toll on us physically, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically. However, there is hope for the New Year, and this blog can help you nurture it.

Creating My Best Self in 2022
Changes are more likely to become part of your routine when you are motivated and are consistent. Strike while the iron’s hot and set yourself up for success as soon as you have made the decision to do so. Even if you have a setback or two, picking yourself up and dusting off will allow you to reset and make any day a new beginning. My challenge to you is not to wait for a New Year’s Day or any other arbitrary day to begin making a positive change in your life.

Finding Your Joy!
We’ve heard the word a million times, but how do we find our joy, reclaim what’s ours & enjoy the world around us? We’re so glad you asked! We’ve got some tips and tricks for finding your joy & keeping it!

Let's Talk About It: Codependency
Many of us are quite familiar with the word codependency. We often associate it with someone who is “needy” or who relies on others to do every day life. In reality, codependency is far more than just relying on others; it is a maladaptive way of maintaining interpersonal relationships and a skewed view of self. Let’s talk about a few yellow flags of codependency in any relationship…

Managing Grief And The Holidays
Here come the holidays, again, and acknowledging grief at this time of year can be kind of awful. It can be awkward as some of us stumble over what to say. Do we just keep busy and hope nobody will bring it up? Whether you’re grieving or know someone who is, learn the tools to manage grief and the holiday season.

Self-Care: How To Fill Your Tank
We’ve all heard of the term “self-care” but what is it really and how can we practice it daily? Learn how to refuel your tank, begin the practice of caring for yourself, and be the best version of yourself.

What Does Thanksgiving Look Like?
What does it look like to be thankful, have traditions, and gather with others in a Covid-19 world?

Managing Anxiety During the Holiday
Do you find that anxiety or even seasonal depression starts to rear its ugly head sometime in late October to mid-November? If you do, you are not alone! Between late November and the New Year, we enter the business of holiday season, causing many to manage anxiety, stress, and depression. Let's learn how to manage it well.

Traditions Are Everywhere, Make Self-Care One Of Yours!
What is important in any culture, I think, is taking care of ourselves in difficult times. Partially this might be accomplished by having your family and/or friends around you for support. But selfcare also consists in making sure we eat, get sleep, regular medical care and hopefully are able to go outside in the fresh air. Let's work on creating the tradition of self-care.

Practice Of The Podcast: Episode 92
Jill & Sherry were featured on the Podcast Practice of The Practice, Episode 92!
Join them as they talk through how to grow a large practice that serves the needs of the community!


Tips on Dealing with Separation Anxiety
Do not, I repeat, Do NOT sneak away when your child is not looking. This may seem like the easier way to leave your household, but it reinforces to your child that if they are not alert scary things will happen. They need to mentally prepare for being alone, not feel panicked when they realize they are alone.