Alcohol, Anxiety, and the Self-Doubt Cycle: Understanding the Role of Alcohol in Parents’ Mental Health

Alcohol, Anxiety, and the Self-Doubt Cycle: Understanding the Role of Alcohol in Parents’ Mental Health

When parents come into therapy, they rarely start by saying, “I think I might be using alcohol to numb my emotional pain.” Instead, they say things like: “I’m exhausted all the time.”“I’m snapping at my kids more than I’d like.”“My stress feels unmanageable.”“I have so much to be grateful for, but I don’t feel like … Read more

Debunking Common Myths About EMDR Therapy for Teens and Young Adults

Debunking Common Myths About EMDR Therapy for Teens and Young Adults

When your teen is hurting, you want answers you can trust—not myths or misinformation. At Marble Wellness, many Ballwin, Chesterfield, and St. Louis families come to us with valid questions and concerns about EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Is it safe? Is it only for PTSD? Will my teen need to relive every … Read more

Supporting Children with ADHD and Anxiety Through the Holiday Season

Supporting Children with ADHD and Anxiety Through the Holiday Season with a St. Louis, MO child and play therapist.

The holiday season brings joy, excitement, and fun traditions, but for children with ADHD and anxiety, it can also bring sensory overload, disrupted routines, and emotional dysregulation. From crowded gatherings to unpredictable schedules, the very things that make the holidays special can also trigger stress. As parents, understanding your child’s unique needs and planning ahead … Read more

Winter Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids: Recognizing the Signs and Offering Support

Winter Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids: Recognizing the Signs and Offering Support in St. Louis, MO

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many of us feel a shift in mood. For some children, however, this seasonal change can bring more than just a case of the winter blues. It can trigger a form of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). While SAD is often associated with adults, … Read more

Managing Holiday Stress: Helping Your Child Thrive Amidst Winter Break and Family Gatherings

Managing Holiday Stress Helping Your Child Thrive Amidst Winter Break and Family Gatherings

The holiday season brings twinkling lights, traditions, and cherished family time, but it can also usher in stress, overstimulation, and emotional upheaval, especially for children and teens. Between disrupted routines, heightened expectations, and complex family dynamics, winter break can become a mental health minefield. As parents, your support and attunement can make all the difference. … Read more

Grief in the Holiday Season

Grief and the Holiday Seasons in St Louis MO

The holidays can bring a complicated mix of emotions when you’re grieving. While the season is often filled with celebration and connection, it can also highlight the absence of someone you love. The lights, songs, and traditions that once brought joy may now stir sadness, longing, or even guilt for moments of happiness.  At Marble … Read more

For Men Who Carry It All: When “Handling It” Isn’t Working Anymore

Man at his laptop with head in his hands. Text reads: "For Men Who Carry It All When “Handling It” Isn’t Working Anymore"

If you’re a man in Ballwin, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, or anywhere in St. Louis, chances are you’ve spent years carrying heavy responsibilities. You provide, perform, and show up for others, often at the expense of your own well-being. From business owners in Clayton to dads in St. Charles, this drive to “handle it” runs deep, but … Read more

Co-Parenting Therapy: How to Strengthen Family Bonds After Divorce or Separation

Co-Parenting Therapy How to Strengthen Family Bonds After Divorce or Separation

Parenting is one of life’s most rewarding and challenging roles. When two individuals share the responsibility of raising a child, the dynamics of their relationship, whether they are together or separated, impact the emotional well-being of their children. Co-parenting therapy provides essential tools to navigate parenting together, fostering stability and collaboration no matter the relationship … Read more

How Holiday Expectations Impact Kids: Navigating Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Social Pressures

How Holiday Expectations Impact Kids Navigating Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Social Pressures

The holiday season is often pictured as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration but for many children and teens, it can also be a source of stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Between packed schedules, shifting routines, and the pressure to be cheerful or “perfect,” kids may find themselves struggling beneath the surface. As parents, … Read more