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Take a Deep Breath   Deep breathing (aka belly breathing, diaphragmatic breathing) is now well-known for its beneficial impact on symptoms of stress. There is a mountain of scientific evidence to suggest that taking deep, intentional breaths that manipulate the...

The Value of Nature  Seasons in Illinois are distinct and each offer space for something new – summer sun, falling leaves, snow days, and spring showers.  The seasons can have a significant impact on our mood and ability to cope and care for ourselves.  Some of us may...

“Should I be taking medications to help me feel better?”  Our therapists and psychiatrists hear this question often.  The short answer I give is (as with everything) it depends. Even the idea of discussing psychiatric medications makes many people anxious.  So, before...

After experiencing three years of ups and downs, twists and turns during the pandemic, many children and teens (and adults!) may feel out of sync with their social skills.  Following the stay at home order and remote learning for 1 year or more, depending on the...

Does your child struggle with making friends? Do they feel anxious or dysregulated in social settings? Do they become impulsive in social settings, or struggle with reading social cues? If you answered yes, your child could benefit from participating in a social...

SMART GOALS for 2023Happy February! Now that we are almost two full months into the new year, how are your New Years Resolutions?  Many of us make the changing of the year a time of reflection and hope for better in the next year. However, some of us have given up the...