By Carrie Jones, LCSW “Everyone else is doing it.”  “Everyone else’s parents let them.”  What parent of a teen hasn’t heard this before?  The adolescent years are a time of experimenting and experiencing, growth and development, all with the goal of moving toward independence and being prepared for the “real world.” So how does a … Continued

Your guide to finding the right counselor for you  By Jonathan Sedarati If you are looking for a counselor, allow me to first commend you for seeking help. Many people do not. Many suffer in silence, and some take their own lives. Statistically, women are far more likely than men to reach out for help.[1][2] … Continued

By Haibo Ma Human Family — by Maya Angelo I note the obvious differences in the human family. some of us are serious, some thrive on comedy. Some declare their lives are lived as true profundity, and others claim they really live the real reality. The variety of our skin tones can confuse, bemuse, delight, … Continued