As children become teenagers, they are more susceptible to becoming socially anxious because of the increased cognitive complexity and self-consciousness adolescence brings.

Attachment, the pull of two people towards one another, is at the heart of relationships, whether or not we are...

It seems to happen overnight – one moment we are tucking our child into bed with a cuddle and a...

Extreme negative events can cause children to sense the world as dangerous and unpredictable, resulting in trauma.

If you are a parent, counsellor or just someone who cares about an LGBTQ+ youth bracing to go back to school, here are some tips.

I based my new children’s book, The Helping Rock, on this framework, as a way to share these concepts with...

In the world of autism, personal identity is often negatively impacted by the perspective of the individual’s community.

International Youth Day takes place on August 12th. First designated by the United Nations in 1999, this day is designed...

It recently occurred to me why my twelve-year-old son is so settled and calm after attending his karate class. Karate...

After a difficult situation, children need to know that the adults are back in charge, and are able to provide sanctuary from further trauma.

“In America, there is big problem of shootings in schools. The NRA want to arm the teachers. This is crazy!...

Taking the time to plan for the summer with your children will ensure they get the downtime they crave, while also setting them up for success in the fall.