by Brenna Hicks | May 2, 2010 | Blog
As summer quickly approaches, there is a pressing need to come up with things to do to keep the little ones occupied. There are the easy fixes, like movies, video games, TV, and summer camps. But what can create lasting memories, make the summer enjoyable and...
by Brenna Hicks | Apr 22, 2010 | Blog
I recently listened to a segment on a popular Talk Radio Program discussing the predicament children are facing as a result of the ever-increasing political correctness that we have embraced (or begrudgingly accepted, in some cases) as a society. In an effort to...
by Brenna Hicks | Apr 14, 2010 | Blog
Children seem to have acquired laundry lists of labels, names and diagnoses as the Mental Health Community has infused itself into mainstream in the last few decades. On one hand, this means more effective awareness, management and problem solving at earlier times in...
by Brenna Hicks | Mar 29, 2010 | Blog
There are many complex and detailed approaches to parenting that can overwhelm and intimidate parents. However, there are many very simple and easy ways to build communication, bonds, understanding and respect as well. Here are five of my favorites. Eye level eye...
by Brenna Hicks | Mar 29, 2010 | Blog
I recently received a question from a grandmother with her concerns regarding her grandson’s behavior since his parents separated. There were several issues she was facing so, I would like to address some of those issues and hopefully it will be helpful to all of you....
by Brenna Hicks | Mar 14, 2010 | Blog
One of the hardest things, in my opinion, is to help a child process a death. On one hand, you want to protect them from the details, but on the other, they need to be told something that can make sense to them. The grieving process is difficult for anyone, but...
