The transition back to school after summer break can be an overwhelming and stressful time for children and disruptive for the entire family. In the day's leading up to the first day of school, your child may have temper tantrums, cling on to you, become irritable and may complain of headaches or stomach aches....
Play is a natural way for a child to express and communicate. Play offers a space for a child to practice creativity, relieve emotions, induce excitement, and expand knowledge....
Teenagers today face many challenges. They are becoming more independent and discovering themselves; some may be getting their first job, learning how to drive, entering the world of social media, starting to have girlfriends or boyfriends and all while continuing to develop and go through puberty. With these changes and challenges, comes many ups and downs....
"Do not expect your child to teach others the value of accepting LGBTQ+ people. They are already busy doing the hard work of self-acceptance." The Importance Of Parental Support June is Pride month and we are happy to celebrate and shine light on the LGBTQ+ community, however this celebration isn’t solely reserved for one month a year, especially when it comes to...
My name is Jennifer Bishop, LMHC and I am the Owner of Genesis Counseling & Consulting Inc. here in Boca Raton, Florida. We are a team of Clinicians with varying specialties ready to meet you and your families mental health needs. UPDATES ON CORONA VIRUS for GENESIS COUNSELING & CONSULTING, INC. We understand that right now, many of us are worried and...
It's official. You're home with the kids for the foreseeable future. How do you manage your schedule and theirs as well?...
Children may respond to stress in different ways, such as being more anxious, clingy, withdrawing, getting more angry or agitated, having bedwetting accidents or nightmares. Respond to your child’s reactions in a supportive way, listen to their concerns and give them extra love and attention....
Why EXPRESSIVE ART THERAPY? The term expressive art refers to any combination of dance, writing, visual arts, drama, music or other creative outlets. Expressive art therapy is taking these modalities and using them to enhance individual development and growth. Combined with a healthy therapeutic relationship and consistency, expressive art therapy can improve overall well-being and contribute to lowering anxiety and stress,...
