Summer in St. Louis is a whirlwind of pool parties, popsicle-stained shirts, and the ever-present hum of “What’s next?” For parents in Ballwin, Chesterfield, and beyond, the season often feels like a high-wire act: juggling work deadlines, camp schedules, and the delicate balance between “Let them be kids!” and “Why is the couch covered in … Read more
Summer in St. Louis brings sunshine, pool days, and the sweet scent of barbecue—but for parents in Kirkwood, Frontenac, and St. Charles, it also comes with a challenge: creating a rhythm that works for toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. How do you honor your preschooler’s need for play-based learning while giving your tween space … Read more
The summer after high school graduation is a time of excitement, change, and, for many teens, uncertainty. For parents of teens in communities like Ballwin, Kirkwood, and Chesterfield, this period can feel like a balancing act between supporting your teen’s independence and helping them prepare for the future. Whether your teen is headed to college, … Read more
Balancing the responsibilities of raising young children while caring for aging parents is a reality for many adults in the sandwich generation. This dual caregiving role can be overwhelming, but it’s also an opportunity to strengthen family bonds and model compassion for the next generation. If you’re feeling stretched thin, know that you’re not alone—and … Read more
If you’ve been running your finances on your own for years, teaming up with your partner and combining finances can feel like a pretty big deal. It’s not just about the money. It’s about trust, giving up a little independence, and figuring out how to work as a team in a whole new way. This … Read more
Oh baby. Literally. (Well. Maybe metaphorically. This could be happening while you have a toddler. But. I digress, and we haven’t even begun!) You’re weaning your baby or toddler from breastfeeding and all-of-a-sudden you feel like a completely different person. The weaning may have been planned or intentional, or maybe a feeding or two has … Read more
Hi mommas, We’ve been thinking about you a lot. (We = our team of STL therapists.) Sometimes we write blogs based on what we’re hearing a lot about in session. This is one of those. It’s one that isn’t necessarily seasonal. And it’s not infrequent. And we’re saying that because we really want to help … Read more
As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, some of us start to feel the shift—not just in the weather but in our mood, too. If you’ve noticed that you’re feeling a little more sluggish, down, or unmotivated than usual during the winter months, you’re not alone. You might be dealing with Seasonal Affective … Read more
It’s happening again. We’re heading into that time of year when the holidays come at us in a whirlwind—Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, (and/or whichever winter holiday(s) you celebrate), and New Years. If you’re a parent, you probably feel like this time of year comes with a mile-long to-do list. Between pumpkin patches, Halloween costumes, Thanksgiving feasts, … Read more
As a mental health therapist in St. Louis, I often see this time of year as a whirlwind for many. We’re officially entering the “season for all the seasons,” where it feels like every part of life ramps up at once. Whether it’s sports taking center stage, holiday planning in full swing, or just trying … Read more