Apr 23, 2024 | Couples & Marriage Counseling, Individual Counseling
BOOK REVIEW BY GARY EMERY “RUNNING ON EMPTY” BY JONICE WEBB PhD. As a therapist working with a variety of clients and circumstances I am always pleased to find a reference (book) that offers sound data and explanations for a dynamic that we often observe in...
Mar 26, 2024 | Child & Teen Counseling, Family Counseling
The question of a therapist working with more than one child from the same family gives important insight into the dynamics of therapy. It is a question that I get asked a lot, so let’s explore it together. In my experience, families are often pressed logistically...
Mar 1, 2024 | Child & Teen Counseling, Family Counseling
I recently published a blog on our Emery Counseling website about the power of aligning our relationships with technology with children as a way to align family values and improve communication. But why stop the buck there? Vulnerability can be a missed tool of...
Feb 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Almost all of us have been there…A month-ish into a failed new year’s resolution (sometimes, less). That’s not to remind anyone of failure, but of the challenges of committing to positive change! Let’s separate out your resolution into stages that help to make...
Feb 7, 2024 | Child & Teen Counseling, Individual Counseling, Teen Counseling
Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. While having high standards can be motivating, an obsession with perfection can lead to stress, anxiety, and a constant fear of failure. Let’s uncover the complexities of perfectionism, its impact on mental well-being, and...