The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Lindsay Barganz-Junker, MA, LMFT, DBT Team Lead/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Choosing to focus on gratitude is a life-altering tool, but hearing someone say, “Be grateful!” can seem like a broken record. However, it’s a cliché for a reason. Gratitude can change your life. It’s always the next best thing that promises... Read More
Mental wellness is directly linked to student achievement and children’s social, emotional, and behavioral development. Since 1 in 6 U.S. youth ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year, it makes sense that mental health should be taught in school. Aside from their own home, young people spend the majority of their time at school. This provides the perfect... Read More
Many kids (and parents) are feeling mounting anxiety over the approach of a new school year. From hectic mornings to last-minute projects, the many activities that make up the busy schedules of the school year can be tough on both parents and students, causing at times intense stress and anxiety. Here are five ways you can lessen stress: Start Early... Read More
Due to COVID-19, there have been obvious concerns about face-to-face appointments for mental health services. In-person appointments may have halted for certain services, but that doesn’t mean that people have stopped needing them. In fact, with all the added stress and anxiety triggered by the pandemic, access to these services are needed now more than ever. Technological improvements have made... Read More
Staying at home for long periods of time can make us go stir-crazy. It can also have a negative impact on our mental health if we let it. Not to worry, there are plenty of practices we can easily incorporate into our lives at home that will lend a hand in keeping us ‘sane.’ Keep reading for a few... Read More
With school and business closures accompanied by social distancing recommendations to help slow the spread of COVID-19, many parents now find themselves working from home. Even if you’ve been working from home for years, now the kids are home too, bringing about a new set of challenges. Try to create a plan that will work the best for you and... Read More
