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The Importance of Labeling Emotions

By Brooke Skipper, MSW, LCSW- September 8, 2025 - One of the hardest things for a parent is to see their child struggle and not have the power to “fix” it. We all want happy, healthy children. In order to achieve that, however,…

Why Youth First Mental Health Professionals are a Vital Resource for Students and Outpatient Therapists

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By Missy Johnson, MSW, LCSW, CTRS - October 1, 2025 - As a Youth First Mental Health Professional, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible impact our Youth First programs and services have on students, their families, and the broader…

Kids Need Boundaries

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By Audrey Angermeier, MSW, LSW - September 24, 2025 - As any parent or guardian knows, setting boundaries with children can be challenging, especially when it comes to following through. Let’s face it, it would be so much easier to…

Gaining Mental Clarity Through a Digital Detox

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By Abby Betz, MSW, LCSW - September 18, 2025 - We live in a world where our screens never sleep. It is not very often that our minds truly get a break from the onslaught of social media and all of the information available on the World…

Coping with Childhood Anxiety

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By Lori Powell, MSW, LCSW - September 10, 2025 - In today’s world, we hear a lot about anxiety. The American Psychological Association defines anxiety as “an emotion characterized by apprehension and somatic symptoms of tension…

The Homework Struggle: How Parents and Kids Can Cope Without Conflict

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by Britney Wagler, MSW, LCSW - September 3, 2025 - As the school year settles into full swing, many households find themselves battling a familiar evening routine: the “homework struggle.” It’s a time that often brings stress,…

Youth First News & Events

The Importance of Labeling Emotions

Why Youth First Mental Health Professionals are a Vital Resource for Students and Outpatient Therapists

Kids Need Boundaries

Gaining Mental Clarity Through a Digital Detox

Coping with Childhood Anxiety

The Homework Struggle: How Parents and Kids Can Cope Without Conflict

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