This blog is written by the clinicians at Jonah Green and Associates, a mental health practice based in Kensington, MD that provides quality services for children, teens, families, and adults. It is intended as a resource for families who are seeking to expand their knowledge about mental health and mental health services, and also as a resource for families who are seeking quality mental health services, especially in the mid-Atlantic region.
In previous posts, I’ve shared how family therapy fosters collaborative dialogue—a way of speaking and listening that builds emotional safety, deepens connection, and makes it easier to solve problems together. Most people begin family therapy hoping to resolve specific challenges: emotional distance, parenting disagreements, financial tension, in-law stress, or behavioral issues with children. While your
Many religious and philosophical traditions speak to the value of forgiveness, and research shows that forgiveness can bring lower anxiety, less depression, more fulfilling relationships, and even improved physical health. Our natural tendency to focus on justice for those who wronged us, however, can block forgiveness. When others deeply hurt us, our minds may focus
Being a parent means living with a mixture of emotions: joy, pride, anxiety, frustration, and love like no other. Parents of children in marginalized or minority groups experience additional anxiety, especially when the world around them doesn’t always reflect or respect their uniqueness. The Need for Acceptance Parents want their children to know they are
Inspired by Fern Schumer Chapman’s book Brothers, Sisters, Strangers Sibling relationships are often our longest. While they can offer immeasurable support, they can be among the most hurtful when bonds rupture. In Brothers, Sisters, Strangers: Sibling Estrangement and the Road to Reconciliation, Chapman combines personal experience with interviews to guide those inhabiting this confusing
Talking to your child about going to therapy can feel daunting. You might be rightly concerned that they could view it as a punishment or a sign that you think there is something “wrong” with them. By approaching the conversation in an attuned and thoughtful way, you might find that your child is more open