Posts by Jodi Stewart
Developing Strong Parent/Teacher Partnerships
Many factors can help a child succeed at school. Effective teaching and parent support both aid children in learning. A cooperative alliance between parents and teachers ensures that children receive…
Read MoreThe Psychological Lives of Clergy and Their Congregations
Back in 2007, the University of Chicago put out a study examining job satisfaction among American professionals. As the results came in, trends became clear. “The most satisfying jobs are…
Read MoreWhat not to say to your kids — and what you can say that’s better
Our kids know how to push our buttons, even buttons we didn’t know we had. When that happens, it’s easy to express our frustrations. But if we can use some…
Read MoreDeciding on Extra-curricular Activities
Parents often want their children to take lessons, try new activities, and learn new skills. Sometimes kids are the ones pushing their parents to let them try something that may…
Read MoreEasing Back-to-School Anxiety: Expert Tips for Parents
Back-to-school season is an exciting time filled with new beginnings—new teachers, new classmates, and reconnecting with friends. However, for some students, this time of year brings anticipation, stress, and worry—feelings…
Read MoreChanging the Stigma: A Focus on Men’s Mental Health
At The Center for Integrative Counseling and Psychology, it is in our values to honor the role of faith in people’s lives. So, the focus on men’s mental health is not only a psychological matter, but a spiritual matter as well.
Read MoreGetting the Most out of Family Vacation
As parents approach family vacation, here are a few tips to make sure the entire family gets the most of family vacation by planning ahead, staying flexible, and remaining present.
Read MoreKids and Role Models
Of Integration and Bicycles
A previous supervisor of mine, beloved and idolized in my training years, recently passed away. An affecting memorial gathering reunited me with some old peers, and we once again marveled…
Read MoreShould you play with your kids?
Staff therapist Rachel James shares insights from her perspective as a Registered Play Therapist on WFAA Channel 8’s Good Morning Texas. The Importance of Play: How Parents Can Navigate Boundaries…
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