By Connections Child & Family Center As we enter a new year, many families are feeling the impact of rising healthcare costs. Premiums are higher, deductibles are larger, and benefits often look different than they did just a few years ago. Amid these changes, parents are still trying to do what’s best for their children,…
Psychological evaluations are a cornerstone of effective therapy, providing a comprehensive understanding of a child’s strengths and areas for growth. At Connections Child and Family Center, we use these evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that pave the way for successful therapeutic outcomes. What is a Psychological Evaluation? A psychological evaluation is a thorough assessment…
Feeling like your emotions are reaching a boiling point? Don’t worry, we’ve got a cool technique to help you find relief! TIPP, a handy DBT skill, stands for Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced Breathing, and Paired Muscle Relaxation. It’s designed to help you regulate overwhelming emotions quickly and effectively. How to Use the TIPP Skill: Temperature:…
Ever think about pursuing psychological testing for yourself or a family member? Recently, our founder Dr. Lauren Pasqua discussed the uses for psychological testing on this podcast from Mosaics of Mercy. Here are some highlights from that discussion, or you can listen to the whole podcast here. What are some common uses for psychological testing? Testing…
We get questions all the time at Connections Child and Family Center about the role of psychologists. Recently, our founder Dr. Lauren Pasqua discussed this topic on this podcast from Mosaics of Mercy. Here are some highlights from that discussion, or you can listen to the whole podcast here. What do all those credentials…
For every girl diagnosed with autism, four boys will be diagnosed. Is that because autism truly occurs more often in boys? Or could it be that the symptoms of the disorder are simply overlooked in girls? The possibility of overlooking autism in girls is actually greater than you may think. That’s because of the variations…
Did you know that nearly half of all children with ADHD also have some other type of mood disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or learning disability? And that includes anxiety. Both ADHD and anxiety have a laundry list of symptoms to keep track of. But, as a parent, you might not automatically think your child is dealing…
If you have a child with ADHD or a learning disability, it doesn’t mean they can’t get the most out of a collegiate experience. Today, colleges across the country have put different accommodations in place to help students with disabilities and other learning issues. This makes it easier for everyone to get the college education…
By Kelly Guidry, LPC-S A few nights ago my family was sitting down to eat dinner when our 4 year old daughter announced that she had “made her calendar.” My husband and I looked at each other somewhat puzzled, as this was out of context, and then politely asked her what she meant. She informed…
It’s not abnormal for children to be shy or even a bit nervous in social situations. The world is still new and they’re still learning appropriate ways to interact with others, especially adults. But it’s important to understand the difference between a shy child and one with social anxiety. We often think of social anxiety…