Embracing Compassion and Reflection in Parenting: A Lesson from "Father Forgets" by W. Livingston
A poem reminds us to practice compassion and reflection in parenting our children.
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Gordon Gooding
- May 28
- 4 min
Embracing a Play-Based Childhood in the Digital Age
The adoption of handheld devices among the youth coincides with an uptick in mental health issues.
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Gordon Gooding
- Nov 1, 2023
- 3 min
WHATEVER: Communicating with Your Reluctant Teen
Understanding the teenage mind is crucial in breaking through these communication barriers.
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Administration
- Oct 17, 2023
- 3 min
Unplugging: Finding Peace in a Busy, Digital World
So what can we do to reduce technology use and focus more attention on the present moment?
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Administration
- Aug 31, 2023
- 3 min
Embracing Resilience: A Mental Health Guide for Parents Navigating the Back-to-School Transition
Parenting towards resilience as we return to school. As the summer sun gradually starts to set earlier each day, our thoughts as parents...
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Administration
- Aug 2, 2023
- 3 min
The Next Chapter: A Guide for Parents Sending Their Kids to College
As a parent, sending your child off to college signifies a considerable shift in your life.
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Gordon Gooding
- Mar 6, 2023
- 5 min
The Perfect Storm: Adolescent Development and the Teenage Brain
Adolescent behavior and moods are challenging for parents to understand and communication with adolescents is typically difficult.
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Liana Ross, LMHC
- Jun 7, 2022
- 2 min
Gooding Wellness Celebrates Pride Month: Youth Supporting Youth
As we grow and develop, so does our awareness of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Some youths are sure of one, or both...
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Liana Ross, LMHC
- Mar 24, 2022
- 3 min
Understanding grief in children: What to expect & how to help
Grief is a universal emotion. Everyone will grieve something or someone in their lifetime. 1 in 5 children will experience the death of...
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Gordon Gooding
- Apr 21, 2021
- 3 min
Parenting in a Digital World
Over the past year, we have seen more than ever how technology and social media have had the ability to keep us connected, but how much...
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Gordon Gooding
- Jul 3, 2019
- 6 min
Supporting your Teen or Child Through Divorce: Advice for Parents
Supporting your Child or Teen through a divorce. During a marital aseparation or divorce your child can go through a wide range of...
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Gordon Gooding
- Sep 30, 2018
- 3 min
Teens & Vaping: What You Need to Know.
Teens and Vaping Each week I hear more and more stories about parents finding their kids with vaping paraphernalia. A recent article in...
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Gordon Gooding
- Sep 24, 2018
- 2 min
How Do I Find The Right Therapist for My Child Here on Long Island??
Today’s children face an overwhelming amount of challenges that are unique to this generation: Social Media, constant distractions from...
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