Family Issues

How to choose the right family counsellor in Edmonton

Posted on 21/11/2011 in Family Issues, Parenting, Tips for Therapy

TL;DR: The right therapist can help your family communicate, overcome issues, and build stronger relationships. Insight’s licensed counselors provide support tailored to your family’s needs. When you’ve decided it’s time to get some support for your family and a situation they may be facing, it’s important to choose the right counsellor. That involves: REASONS TO SEEK THE SUPPORT OF A FAMILY THERAPIST Families face many challenges – some have been around as long as there have been families, and others are more relevant to today’s challenges. Navigating these challenges can be difficult and sometimes, you need the help of an… Read More Here!

 

Dealing with the Divorce or Separation of Your Parents

Posted on 24/05/2011 in Family Issues, Grief, Parenting

TL;DR: When parents separate or divorce, it’s normal for children to experience a mix of emotions such as anxiety, anger, guilt, or even relief. Children should understand that the divorce is due to parental issues, not their own actions, and routines like visiting each parent can help them adjust over time. Open communication and support are key to helping kids cope with the changes and emotions that come with family separation. If your parents are going through a separation or divorce, a lot of feelings may be going through you at this time and this is normal. Anxiety, fear, shock… Read More Here!

 

Why Siblings Fight

Posted on 24/05/2011 in Children, Family Issues, Parenting

TL;DR: Sibling fights are common and can stem from jealousy, changing needs, perceived unequal treatment, individual temperaments, or exposure to role models. Parents should avoid stepping in unless there’s danger, coach children to use words instead of aggression, and guide them toward compromise. Over time, with patience and modeling healthy conflict resolution, sibling disputes often decrease in frequency and intensity. “Ahh, the sweet sound of siblings fighting” said no parent ever! Siblings who argue, tease each other mercilessly, even resort to fighting physically are a cause of major frustration for parents who are constantly acting as referee. Although jealousy is… Read More Here!

 

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