Therapist vs. Psychologist vs. Psychiatrist: Who Does What
Who diagnoses, who prescribes and who to call first: how a therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist and psychiatric nurse practitioner differ in Virginia.
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What Twenty Years of Family Therapy Taught Us About 'Just Talking': Why Some Children Need More Than Words
Mental Health Awareness Month emphasizes talking about feelings, but for many children, words aren't their language. A practice perspective on when creative therapies work better than talk.
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When Medication May Fit Alongside Therapy, for Adults and Children
When medication may help anxiety, depression or ADHD, who can prescribe it, what an evaluation is like, and how therapy and medication fit one plan.
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EMDR Therapy in Alexandria, VA: Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps you process trauma with fewer sessions than traditional therapy. Learn how EMDR works and who it helps.
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When Busy Becomes Harmful: Rethinking Children's Activity Schedules
The problem isn't that children are busy—it's that we've eliminated the margins where growth actually happens. A practice perspective on overscheduling and mental health.
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Building Self-Esteem in Children: How Parents Can Help Their Child Develop Confidence
Self-esteem shapes how children approach challenges, friendships, and learning. Discover evidence-based parenting strategies to build your child's confidence and resilience.
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