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ATTENTION, CONCENTRATION, and the ability to complete a task are important LIFE SKILLS. Want kids who can get lost in a book (an actual paper one)? Kids who can focus and finish their homework INDEPENDENTLY? Kids who can daydream and get lost in their own IMAGINATION while on a road trip? Kids who can play ON THEIR OWN in their...
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The best way to help your child gain skills for managing his/her emotions most successfully is to SHOW them healthy emotional regulation. ACTIONS speak louder than words. Counter yelling with CALM/QUIET WORDS, counter angry body language with SOFTNESS, counter insults with REFLECTION (“those are angry words, I can hear...
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If we want our children to grow to be responsible, independent thinkers, able to solve their own problems, assess risk appropriately and make healthy/safe decisions, we MUST allow them opportunities along the way to try and FAIL. We must RESIST the urge to RESCUE them, to PREVENT discomfort/pain. ALLOW them to learn from...
I believe every family has the ability to create healthy, fulfilling relationships. I believe in celebrating each family’s uniqueness and drawing on the strengths you already possess. Let me help you put the fun back in your family life.
My Background
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Child Specialist and Development Disabilities Specialist, I’ve worked with children and families in an array of settings and circumstances for more than 16 years.
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Family Counseling in Portland
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Child Specialist and Development Disabilities Specialist, I’ve worked with children and families in an array of settings and circumstances for more than 16 years.
As a biological and adoptive parent to two children and a working Mom, I know firsthand the everyday challenges families face.
I understand how quickly small problems can cause frustration and misunderstanding, especially when families feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn for help.
I started Practical Parenting as a way to provide support and solutions to families facing everyday challenges. The goal is to provide family counseling, support, programs and techniques that decrease frustration and increase fun.
I believe every family has the ability to create healthy, fulfilling relationships. I believe in celebrating each family’s uniqueness and drawing on the strengths you already possess.
It takes courage to seek ways to change the way your family works. Let me help you find the tools and ideas that will work for you and your family – and put the fun back in your family life.
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The Hardest Lesson in Parenting
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Do You Have Your Attention???
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