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Conquering Parental Fears and Anxieties with Everyday Strategies
By Gwen Payne Balancing work and family responsibilities often creates intense pressure, leaving parents feeling overwhelmed. This stress can permeate the household, influencing children’s emotional health in subtle but impactful ways. Identifying the signs of parental anxiety and addressing its root causes helps maintain a healthier family dynamic. Simple, consistent coping strategies can ease tension […]
Jan 21, 20253 min read


Thriving in Your Golden Years: A Guide to a Healthy and Independent Lifestyle
Article Written by Gwen Payne Aging gracefully involves more than just maintaining physical health; it encompasses a holistic approach to living that includes mental well-being, financial stability, and a supportive environment. As we enter our later years, the choices we make can significantly impact our quality of life. This guide offers practical strategies to help […]
Nov 30, 20243 min read
Utilize These Holistic Strategies for Anxiety Relief
Article Written by Elena Stewart In an era where stress and anxiety are prevalent, finding effective ways to manage mental health is crucial. Holistic strategies offer a comprehensive approach to enhancing emotional well-being, integrating practices that nurture both mind and body. From mindfulness meditation to the calming effects of chamomile tea, these methods provide a […]
Nov 22, 20244 min read
The Power of Resilience: How Overcoming Challenges Sparks Transformation
By Elena Stewart The Power of Resilience: How Overcoming Challenges Sparks Transformation Facing challenges is an inevitable part of life, but how you respond to them can significantly influence your personal growth and transformation. By embracing these obstacles, you can unlock new levels of resilience, adaptability, and self-awareness, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and […]
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Learn The Art of Spotting and Soothing Everyday Stress
Authored by Elena Stewart Learn The Art of Spotting and Soothing Everyday Stress In today’s fast-paced world, stress is a widespread issue affecting mental and emotional well-being. Grasping the underlying causes and managing its effects is crucial for maintaining health. Courtesy of The Parkey Group, this guide provides some valuable insights and methods for coping […]
Aug 8, 20243 min read
Simple Tips to Navigate 5 Major Life Changes
Authored by Elena Stewart As humans, change is inevitable. In fact, most people experience major to minor life changes about every 12 to 18 months. Massive changes (or lifequakes), on the other hand, occur about three to five times per lifetime. Some of these changes are welcomed, chosen, or expected. Others are unwelcomed, imposed, or […]
Apr 17, 20235 min read
How to Run a Business With Your Significant Other as a Partner
If you and your significant other work well together and come up with a dynamic business idea, you may decide to launch your own company as partners. This can be a great bonding experience, but it also comes with some unique challenges. If you decide to run a business with your significant other as a […]
Sep 16, 20223 min read
Getting a New Home When Your Child Is on the Autism Spectrum
By, Elena Stewart No matter your reasons for moving, leaving your home for another can always be overwhelming. There are so many things you must think about and keep organized, as well as the potential for countless roadblocks. When your child has autism, you may have even more factors to consider as you plan and […]
Aug 9, 20223 min read
What is ERP Therapy?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) refers to a pattern of unwanted thoughts and fears (obsessions) that cause an individual to perform repetitive behaviors (compulsions). These thought patterns and behaviors significantly impact a person’s daily activities and quality of life. What is Exposure and Response Prevention? Exposure and response prevention (ERP) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) […]
Jan 18, 20222 min read
What is wrong with people?
By Rebecca Parkey I have been sick with COVID for the past week and so I’ve been watching different shows while stuck at home. Honestly, I love documentaries, and one of the documentaries that I have been watching was called Audrie & Daisy. It is on Netflix and it came out in 2016. Maybe I […]
Jan 7, 20222 min read
Why My Husband Always Wins at Gifts
By Becky Parkey I don’t usually share my birthday but it is right around Christmas. Ever since I met my husband he has endeavored to make it as special as possible. The first year we were together he was going to ask me to marry him, but he was too excited to wait so he […]
Dec 20, 20214 min read
How Your Family Can Get More Involved in Charitable Work Right Now
Article Written by Elena Stewart Most people would like to do more for their community and other underserved communities across the world, but there are two main impediments: time and money. If we didn’t have to go to jobs every day, we didn’t find ourselves burdened with familial obligations, and we had unlimited financial resources, […]
Sep 27, 20213 min read
A Story of Narcissism – It has to start somewhere…
Stephanie met Rick when she was sixteen years old at church camp. Church camp is a place of fun, fellowship, and when you find things in common with someone, it is easy to fall in love. They immediately became boyfriend and girlfriend. The four-hour distance between their homes and it did not matter to them. […]
Aug 31, 20215 min read
My Story-Sexual Assault Can Sneak Up On You
I don’t really think it is fair to tell stories of my family members, brave women who come before me, those who have survived tragedies, without being honest about what has happened to me. So, here goes: I received a text message from my close friend, who is my former boss in Alaska. She sent […]
Apr 23, 20215 min read
It Is Time For A Change
I have chosen to not write about or address politics up until this point. There is a very specific reason that I have made this choice. As a therapist, it is NOT my job to give my opinion on what political party that I think someone “should” have, what I think someone “should” feel or […]
Jan 12, 20213 min read
How do we create lasting change in relationships?
The only way to create lasting change is to teach our children something different. I propose a solution!
Oct 19, 20201 min read
Why do we have such a hard time connecting with each other?!
This weekend, I was talking with my daughter, who is in middle school. She had a friend over this weekend, and I noticed a pattern arise that I often notice when I listen to her conversations. Both of them were discussing their favorite books they like to read and they both had to be “right.” […]
Oct 12, 20203 min read
What happened to societies humanity
I often tell my husband, when watching television shows, the news, movies, etc. that as a therapist, we are trained “mind voyeurs.” We look at how people react to situations that are occurring, and instead of judging, we’re curious about the behaviors. As I watch the news in particular, read social media posts, and generally […]
Sep 25, 20202 min read
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