THE HAVEN FAMILY THERAPY BLOG
Navigating Divorce with Children: Healthy Healing & Co-Parenting Strategies
In the tempestuous sea of divorce, our hearts are cast adrift, battered by emotions we never thought we'd feel. Yet, amid the wreckage, we can find support in family therapy, guiding you through the tumultuous waters of co-parenting.
As a co-parenting therapist who specializes in delivering family counseling to families of all shapes, I’ve put together some of the tips I use most in session.
Overcoming a Painful Past: 4 Tips for Healing Childhood Trauma
Trauma can impact childrens’ lives in several ways, but it can be hard to tell the extent of the impact for any particular event or ongoing trauma. Children aren’t as able to communicate how they feel or what they’re thinking, and childhood trauma can even impact memory formation, so remembering exact events isn’t always possible. Healing traumatic wounds from childhood once you’ve reached adulthood can be tricky.
How to Focus with ADHD
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition typically marked by a pattern of hyperactivity-impulsivity and inattention that impedes development and functioning. At Haven Family Therapy, clients are not only taught the most beneficial ADHD tips for their health and lifestyle, but they’re taught to find the strength from within to get motivated.
Changing Negative Thoughts with EMDR Trauma Therapy
In trauma therapy at Haven Family Therapy, a licensed mental health professional can guide you in changing negative thoughts, updating maladaptive cognitions of self, and challenging the unhelpful coping mechanisms that trauma left. We can help you shed new light on your experiences so you can view life through a healed lens and gain a healthy sense of emotional balance.