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Supportive Parent-Coaching for Families with Anxious Teens

Navigating the challenges of raising an anxious teen can be a daunting experience for parents. However, parent coaching offers a guiding light, bridging the gap between the individual support provided to the teen and the essential support parents need.

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Manage Trauma and Mental Health through Nervous System Regulation

“There are many different evidence-based therapeutic modalities that I have used as an Individual, Couples, and Families Therapist. Over time I have found the key to sustaining progress in therapy is helping the individual(s) calm their nervous system. Anything “said” or “done” in traiditional talk therapy cannot be retained unless a person is in a relaxed, regulated, safe space. I find profound change occurs for individuals, couples, and families using the mind-body-soul approach.” - Kristen Ott, MA, LMFT

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PANS vs PANDAS: What's the difference?

PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are two conditions that involve the sudden onset of certain behavioral and motor abnormalities in children, often following an infection. Here's how they differ:

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