by admin | Apr 15, 2025 | Ann Arbor
In a world where young people face unprecedented pressures—from academic expectations to social media comparisons—creative expression offers a powerful antidote. Art, in its many forms, provides adolescents with essential tools for processing emotions, building...
by Beth Pearson, Ph.D. | Mar 26, 2025 | Ann Arbor
We need to be informed about what’s going on in the world without letting media consumption hijack our nervous systems and take over our lives. To do this, I suggest using boundaries to define your who, what, where, and when. Who: Choose to talk about current events...
by Becky Gracia, LMSW | Oct 24, 2023 | Ann Arbor
Walking silently on a trail Throwing snowballs at trees Making art in nature Greeting strangers in the park Holding a frog Making snow angels Noticing the sound of the rain Sipping hot cocoa together Noticing the changes in the sky Breathing in fresh air These are...
by Sutha Johnson, Ph.D. | Sep 26, 2023 | Ann Arbor
Do you feel frustrated when someone suggests you take deep breaths when you feel overwhelmed? The breaths don’t magically shrink our to-do lists, do they? If you belong in this category of humans, you are not alone and your experience is to be expected! In fact, the...
by Beth Pearson, Ph.D. | Sep 14, 2023 | Ann Arbor
I’m pretty sure some of my family members are horrified when they come over in the middle of the day and see my messy kitchen: Dishes overflowing out of the sink. Breakfast plates still on the counter. Dining room table unwiped and covered in sticky handprints. The...
