Threatened Loss One of the hardest losses of life is the threatened loss. The possibility is real, and the probability inevitable. But how do we equip the next generation to learn functional skills of resiliency when many so many adults are walking around wounded and struggling themselves? Dysfunction breeds dysfunction. Adolescence is hard … [Read more...]
Teen Grief: Intro To 7 Step In Process
This article is the first in a series of articles written to help a parent, youth worker, teacher and anyone that works with teenagers be more equipped to seize teachable moments as a teen navigates the unchartered waters of traumatic death. Articles in this series include: 7 Types of losses, How to Handle A Loss, Common Reactions To Death of a … [Read more...]
5 Way To Know If It Is Time To See a Therapist
How To Know If You Could Benefit From Seeing A Counselor or Therapist By Veronica Sites, Crisis Counselor, Life Coach Much like the way we communicate using words, our bodies have levels of communication that beckon us to awareness of body’s early warning system. The body is dynamically created to heal and receive healing. It … [Read more...]
Public Health Concern -Suicide
Is teen suicide going up? In 2011 a reported 4822 preventable deaths occurred by youth between the ages of 15 -24. Many ask why and reasonably so, human nature began answers? These are are the future, the hope of many and when one is lost, it is earth-shattering to everyone and even those that did not know the precious child personally. … [Read more...]
Mental Wellness in a “Crazy” World
3 Keys To Mental Wellness In A “Crazy” World How recent is the last crisis you faced? Maybe it was personal crisis like the loss of a job or discovered infidelity, or maybe a friend who lost a loved one or a news headline that rocked your world. Whatever the crisis, I’m here to tell you that it’s natural to experience a desire to help others. … [Read more...]
