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.
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
As a child and family therapist, I have often observed that the most formidable challenge for parents when interacting with their children lies in their nervous system. A person’s nervous system governs how they make sense of interactions and generate effective solutions. This system responds to internal and external cues, influenced by past experiences and
Teenage years are demanding, with adolescents facing increasing academic responsibilities, social pressures, and physical, cognitive, and emotional changes. While many teenagers thrive, others experience difficulties such as depression, anxiety, poor school performance, eating disorders, substance abuse problems, and conduct issues. Conflict within families may also increase as teenagers alternately reject adult directions, demand privileges, or
Sibling relationships are significant and often the longest-lasting. They profoundly impact our emotional and social development and well-being throughout childhood. As we move into adulthood, they frequently influence us as we venture out of our childhood homes and establish new families and relationships. Our relationships with our siblings as adults depend on the quality of