Wise Insights

When We Help Our Kids Too Much
When We Help Our Kids Too Much Posted
Developmental Crisis, Learning Differences

When my daughter was in high school, her physics teacher lamented that while she was not afraid of the most complex physics problems, she was stymied by remembering to bring a pencil to class. Read more

Navigating the Neuropsych
Navigating the Neuropsych Posted
Developmental Crisis, Learning Differences

I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Alex, an eleven-year-old girl whose parents were wisely thinking ahead about a high school placement for her. Read more

Dispelling the Myth of Therapeutic Wilderness
Dispelling the Myth of Therapeutic Wilderness Why It Matters to the Epidemic of Struggling Teens & Young Adults Posted
Developmental Crisis

Trade the coat and tie or business casual dress for fleece and Birkenstocks. Swap the iPhone and superficial networking for meaningful conversation and connection. Read more

The Long-Awaited Lazy Days of Summer
The Long-Awaited Lazy Days of Summer What Those Sunny Days May Reveal & How to Use Them Wisely Posted
Developmental Crisis, Learning Differences

The long awaited days of summer! The promise of relaxation, fun, and a well deserved break. Yet for both parents and kids, summer can bring its own set of challenges. Read more

Filling the Developmental Tool Kit When Your Child Hits the Wall
Filling the Developmental Tool Kit When Your Child Hits the Wall Posted
College, Developmental Crisis, Learning Differences

When your child's capacity hits its limits: it's time to withhold judgement & fill the developmental tool kit. Read more