by Dr. Stacie Herrera | Dec 13, 2024 | All
The holiday season can be magical, but it’s also a time when children and teens are more likely to experience meltdowns due to disrupted routines, sensory overload, or unmet expectations. No matter the age, children look to their caregivers for cues on how to manage...
by Dr. Stacie Herrera | Nov 12, 2024 | All, Mental Health, Therapy
Prioritizing Parental Mental Health: A Call to Action for Thriving Communities The recent advisory on parental mental health and wellbeing, issued by the U.S. Surgeon General, highlights the urgent need to support parents and caregivers to help our communities thrive....
by Dr. Stacie Herrera | Feb 16, 2024 | All, Assessments, High School Students
Empowering Families: A Guide to Optimal School Choice Environments Choosing the right school for your child can feel like navigating a maze. With so many options, parents often ask, “Where do I start?” In this blog, we’re here to help you...
by Dr. Stacie Herrera | Apr 28, 2023 | All, Assessments, Mental Health, Therapy
Have you read the headlines? Due to the pandemic, our children are performing below grade-level or have learning gaps due to a combination of remote learning or inconsistent attendance due to illness or quarantine regulations. Our youth have missed out on in-person...
by Dr. Stacie Herrera | Dec 12, 2020 | All, Mental Health
There are times when you (or your child) may feel anxious every day with no known trigger or event to account for the feeling. When we feel unsettled more days than usual it is important to reflect on how our basic needs are being met; how we are caring for ourselves....