The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Heather Larson, Outpatient Therapist. The beginning of a new school year can be a tough transition for children and families, especially considering the back-to-school season has looked so different throughout the last few years. Heather Larson, Outpatient Therapist at...
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Cameron Monson, MSW, LGSW, Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTSS) Mental Health Practitioner/School-Based Therapist. A new school year is right around the corner. For many, going back to school can trigger stress and anxiety. Add in a hectic schedule with after-school...
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Erica Chavie, MS, School-Based Therapist/Mental Health Practitioner. The transition from school to summer break can be a stressful period. Even though school's out and kids are excited about a break, a sense of routine can be easily lost and the aftermath might...
Mental wellness and student achievement go hand in hand. A child's mental health affects their 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,...
Many kids (and parents) are anxious about approaching 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 intense stress and anxiety at times. Here are five ways...
