How to Teach Self-Control in the Age of Instant Gratification
https://vimeo.com/1180889985 We live in a world where almost everything happens instantly. Food arrives in minutes.Shows start with one click.And, answers appear the second we search for them. And while this convenience can be wonderful, it also creates a challenge for kids. Because one of the most important life skills children need to develop is self-control. […]
The Powerful Difference Between Being an Adult and a Grown-Up
https://vimeo.com/1180548809 Have you ever had one of those parenting moments where your child is completely losing it and suddenly you feel your own frustration rising right along with them? Your child is yelling.You’re repeating yourself for the fifth time.And somehow everyone ends up stuck in a cycle that feels bigger than either of you planned. […]
What Discipline Really Means (It’s Not What You Think)
https://vimeo.com/1179283386 When you hear the word discipline, what comes to mind? For a lot of parents, it brings up images of consequences, time-outs, lectures, or trying to figure out how to stop a behavior as quickly as possible. And when your child is yelling, refusing to listen, or testing every limit in the house, it […]
4 Ways Therapy Can Help Your Preschooler
https://vimeo.com/1159386956 If you’re parenting a preschooler, you already know how big their emotions can feel. Tantrums, separation struggles, or sudden changes in behavior can leave you wondering, “Is this typical… or does my child need extra support?” And if you’ve found yourself asking that, you’re not alone. It shows how present and aware you are […]
5 Ways to Model Healthy Tech Use as a Parent
https://vimeo.com/1145704602 Let’s get real. We all reach for our phones more than we’d like to admit. Between emails, work messages, group texts, and trying to keep up with life, it’s easy for screens to creep into every moment. But here’s the tricky part: our kids are watching. They’re learning not just from what we say […]
How to Connect with Your Child in the Digital Age
https://vimeo.com/1145663178 Technology connects us more than ever, but sometimes, it also keeps us apart. As parents, we want to stay close to our kids, but it’s easy to feel like we’re competing with screens for their attention… and losing. The truth is, connection hasn’t disappeared, it just looks different now. And with a few intentional […]
Why Your Child Melts Down When You Take Away Their Device
https://vimeo.com/1145435125 You tell your child it’s time to turn off their device and within seconds, it feels like an explosion. Tears, yelling, maybe even throwing the tablet. And you’re thinking, “Why does this turn into such a huge meltdown?” If that sounds familiar, you’re in good company. This is one of the most common struggles […]
How to Set Limits Without Power Struggles
https://vimeo.com/1147751849 You ask them to turn off the tablet, and the meltdown begins. You say it’s time for bed, and suddenly you’re in a shouting match. You’ve tried consequences, rewards, maybe even yelling, and nothing seems to work. Hi, I’m Alex Hurst, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Power Within Child Therapists. I want to […]
3 Ways to Find Balance as a Working Parent
https://vimeo.com/1147789244 You’re juggling work deadlines, laundry piles, school pick-ups, and a never-ending to-do list. And somewhere in the middle of it all, there’s that quiet voice asking, “Am I doing enough for my child?” Hi, I’m Alex Hurst, a child therapist at Power Within Child Therapists. If you’re a working parent feeling the constant pull […]
4 Ways to Make Family Meals Less Stressful
https://vimeo.com/1147845596 Family meals, ideally a time to connect and unwind, can quickly turn into a battle. One child won’t eat. Another’s wandering around. And you’re left wondering why you even tried to cook. Hi, I’m Alex Hurst, a child therapist at Power Within Child Therapists. I work with children and families every day, and one […]
