by Christal Avila, LCSW | Jun 11, 2020 | Parenting Tips, Summer
The first day of summer is only weeks away and it brings an onset of various emotions – different than ever felt before. Instead of last-day-of-school parties, children are logging off of Zoom and closing their laptops to signify the end of the school year. Family...
by The Guidance Center | Apr 17, 2020 | Mental Wellness, Parenting Tips
“As mental health providers, we work alongside parents to strengthen relationships and mitigate the cycles of abuse that are often passed down from one generation to the next, and bring hope and healing to traumatic experiences.” April is National Child...
by The Guidance Center | Apr 2, 2020 | Parenting Tips
We understand this is a very challenging time for so many. And if this is hard for adults, then we know this must be harder for our children. In light of this, we put together simple tips to help parents talk to their kids about Coronavirus and the pandemic that has...
by The Guidance Center | Mar 26, 2020 | Mental Wellness, Parenting Tips
As we continue each day in our new routines under the “Stay At Home” order, it can be very easy to feel anxious or to let loneliness or sadness consume us. At The Guidance Center, we want to let our clients, and you, know we are still here, and we can help. We want to...
by Nathan Swaringen, LCSW | Mar 20, 2020 | Mental Wellness, Parenting Tips
“At many times throughout their lives, children will feel the world has turned topsy-turvy. It’s not the ever-present smile that will help them feel secure. It’s knowing that love can hold many feelings, including sadness, and that they can count on the people they...
by Cynthia Sedillo-Artiaga, AMFT | Dec 13, 2019 | Parenting Tips
The holidays can be a difficult time of year for those struggling with a mental illness. It is very likely that you may know someone who may be facing an emotional or behavioral health issue such as depression, anxiety or a trauma related disorder. They might want to...
