How Parents Can Help Their Children Thrive in College Entering or returning to college is an exciting and transformative time in a young adult's life. However, it can also be accompanied by feelings of uncertainty, stress, and anxiety. As parents, your role in...
Transitioning back-to-school As summer break comes to an end, it’s time for children to transition back-to-school. This period of change can be challenging for both children and parents, as they need to shift from the relaxed schedule of vacation to the structured...
One of the most common questions that parents have concerning their children is “How do I set boundaries with my child without taking away their independence?” Our children are little humans with big emotions, thoughts, ideas, as well as wants and needs. As parents,...
This Father’s Day, at HopeNation counseling, we want to honor all the “Dad’s” and “Dad’s to be” by focusing on the importance of the Father and Child relationship. Research has found that a positive father-child relationship can have a significant impact on a...
Healing the inner child, through family counseling, can profoundly impact parenting. It allows adults to form healthy parent-child relationships rooted in empathy, acceptance, and understanding. A person's inner child encompasses their inner state of being, including...
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is a behavioral parenting training module for children between the ages of 2 and 7 that began in the 1970s, gaining more popularity in the 1990s and beyond. At its core, PCIT helps to promote: Healthy Attachment between Parent...
Download our convenient checklist At HopeNation, we understand that navigating mental health services for your child or teen can be scary. It’s difficult enough to realize your child may need the support of a professional counselor but adding finding the right...