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Reinvesting in Your Marriage Before Kids Fly the Nest Advice for Empty Nesters
As the children grow and the last has left for college, many couples stand at a significant crossroads in their marital journey. The transition to an empty nest can be both exhilarating and daunting. It presents a unique opportunity for couples to rediscover each other and rekindle their romance. Reinvesting in your romantic relationship at…
Respecting Rules and Fostering Independence During Summer Break
Question: Our daughter is home from Cornell University, and we are struggling. She says she doesn’t need to follow our rules because she’s an “adult,” but she’s still under our roof. Plus, it’s rude to come home at 3 AM when we will be worried and sleeping poorly while waiting for her. What can we…
Should Your Child or Young Adult Take a Stimulant Vacation This Summer?
Summer break often brings changes in routines for families. For parents of children, teens, and even young adults on stimulant medications, a common question is whether to take a stimulant vacation. At Kentlands Psychotherapy, we understand your concerns and aim to guide you through this decision. Understanding a Stimulant Vacation A stimulant vacation is a…
Refusing Swim Team Practice. Help!
Question: My rising third grader enthusiastically joined the Lakelands Lionfish but is now refusing to go to swim practices. How can I encourage them to stick with it? Answer: It’s challenging when a child backs away from commitments, especially when they initially showed excitement. Dr. Jessica Stutzman, our Psychological Associate and child CBT therapist suggests…
Not Fair! Pool Guest Pass Negotiations
Question: We’re organizing a pool party for my daughter’s birthday, and I’m stuck in a family debate over the guest list. I’d prefer a small gathering of five kids, but my daughter wants to use our entire pool punch card to invite more friends. Her siblings feel this is unfair, arguing they won’t get to…
Could It Be Autism? Understanding the Subtleties of Adult Diagnosis
In the age of social media, it’s easier than ever to stumble across stories and symptoms that make us pause and think, “Could this be me?” or “Is this my spouse?” For many, the question of whether subtle signs could indicate autism spectrum disorder (ASD) arises out of curiosity rather than concern. At Kentlands Psychotherapy,…
3 Strategies For Dealing With A Critical Mother-In-Law
Q: We spent spring break with my in-laws. I was miserable. My mother-in-law is so critical of everything I do, and I feel hurt and angry whenever I am around her. My husband won’t intervene, insisting she can’t or won’t change. How can I prepare to see her this summer so she doesn’t ruin my…
“That’s Not Fair!”- Navigating Summer Camp Scheduling With Multiple Kids
Q: “I’m struggling with feelings of guilt around scheduling my kids’ various summer camps. Managing the logistics and trying to satisfy everyone’s desires is stressing me out! My older one’s equestrian interests always seem to get priority in both budget and scheduling. I feel bad about my other kids always having to compromise and…
Valentine’s Day Expectations Too High?
Q: Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and my son is struggling to come up with ideas for celebrating with his girlfriend. His younger sister says all his ideas are “lame” and won’t satisfy his girlfriend and her social media audience when she reports what he did. This is very upsetting to me. It seems…
Don’t Wait Until Summer to Book Your Child’s Testing Appointment
Four Considerations When Scheduling Psychological Testing As parents, we’re always looking for ways to support and understand our children better, especially when it comes to their cognitive and emotional well-being. Now is the perfect time to start thinking about scheduling testing services. Here’s why: 1. Capitalizing on Current School Year Insights An essential component of…
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