What To Do (And Not To Do) When Your Child Comes Out To You
It takes courage for a child to come out as LGBTQ. While a parent may have a variety of responses, here are some important Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind.
Pronouns Explained
Hello! My name is Charlotte. I use she, her, hers pronouns. For those of you reading this, what is your name and pronouns?
Understanding the Process of Autism Screening, Evaluation, and Connection to Supports
Navigating the system is hard work, especially for parents of children on the autism spectrum! I wanted to provide a brief overview of the basic process—from early screening and intervention and evaluation to therapeutic supports.
Understanding the Complex Mental Health Needs of Children with Autism
As a clinician who specializes in the assessment and treatment of mental health disorders in children, the most complex clinical presentations have involved a combination of mood, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental symptoms in addition to autism.
Short and Long-Term Costs of Binge-Drinking Related to Heavy Alcohol Use
Binge-drinking is defined as 5 or more drinks for males and 4 or more drinks in females, in about a 2- hour period. Heavy alcohol use can cause serious long-lasting damage. The good news is that these consequences can be preventable.
Social Drinking: Moderation Vs. Being At-Risk for an Alcohol Use Disorder
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism (NIAAA), a standard drink (or alcoholic drink-equivalent) in the US contains 0.6 fl ounces of pure alcohol. Here is what this would look like:
CARE Counseling Listed In Lavender Magazines Pride Pages Directory
CARE Counseling was featured in Lavender PRIDE pages of 2021. We welcome everyone here and pride ourselves on being LGBTQIA+ friendly.
One Year Anniversary of COVID-19: Reflections of a Therapist
“We are powerful because we have survived, and that it what it is all about- survival and growth.” –Audre Lorde.
Coping Over The Last Year… How Did We Do It?
Online therapy has been an amazing platform. It has been a privilege walk alongside individuals and families during this time in our history.
WCCO Interview with Dr. Andrea Hutchinson With Social Anxiety On The Pandemic
As vaccines roll out and restrictions roll back, some of us are putting social events back on our calendars. While many have waited for this moment, some feel anxious about returning to social life.
