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Creating Positive Self-Worth in Your Child

Abby Betz, LSW - July 21, 2021 - As a school social worker, I have worked with students of all ages in both public and private schools. I have found, unfortunately, that the majority of students are unable to verbalize what they like about…

Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Ashley Underwood, LCSW - July 13, 2021 - As the mother of a child who will start kindergarten this fall, there’s been a nagging question in the back of my mind: “Is he ready?” Beginning kindergarten is typically the start of formal…

Tips for Parenting Together Successfully

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By Lisa Cossey, LCSW - July 7, 2021 - Parenting can be like spending time on a seesaw. There are ups and downs. Parenting with your partner when you don’t see eye-to-eye on discipline methods, however, adds another challenging element…

Addressing Childhood Trauma

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By Shannon Loehrlein, LCSW - June 30, 2021 - The numbers are staggering. According to the CDC, 61% of adults in the United States endured an adverse childhood experience in their youth. Childhood trauma comes in a variety of forms. It can…

Instilling Empathy in Our Kids

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By Amber Russell, LCSW - June 22, 2021- The words empathy and sympathy are often grouped together or used interchangeably, but they mean two very different things. According to the dictionary, sympathy means: “Feelings of pity and sorrow…

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation Awards Behavioral Health Support to Youth First Inc.

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On June 18, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation presented $78,574 to Youth First, Inc. The grant provided HIPAA-compliant Zoom licenses and certification training in telehealth for Youth First’s mental health professionals. Youth…

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Creating Positive Self-Worth in Your Child

Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Tips for Parenting Together Successfully

Addressing Childhood Trauma

Instilling Empathy in Our Kids

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation Awards Behavioral Health Support to Youth First Inc.

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