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There’s overwhelming empirical support for the fact that early experience is a powerful force in development. John Bowlby’s attachment theory revolutionized our understanding of the initial connection between infants and caregivers. Attachment encompasses the deep and lasting emotional connection that develops between an infant and their primary caregiver(s), often beginning in infancy and persisting throughout…

An expectation is the feeling or belief that something will or should happen. That sounds good, doesn’t it? But, if we’re being honest, we know that expectations aren’t always reality, and they can lead to disappointment, heartache, and frustration. Our early interactions and life experiences form the way we think about ourselves and others, and…

Families have unique generational dynamics shaped by the experiences, beliefs, and traumas passed down from one generation to the next. According to Counseling Today, “Trauma does not have to be experienced at a community level to affect later generations”. While a family’s history can be beautiful and enriching, it can also perpetuate harmful patterns that…

In today’s fast-paced and digitally connected world, it’s all too easy to overlook the significance of genuine human connection and the sense of belonging that comes from being part of a close-knit community. However, when it comes to mental health, fostering and maintaining meaningful connections proves to be absolutely vital. This blog post aims to…

For most people, the phrase “ADHD” conjures the image of a hyperactive eight-year-old boy who runs around the classroom, ignores the teacher’s instructions, and just can’t (or won’t) pay attention. But ADHD is complex – and highly nuanced. Contrary to its name, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder does not refer to a deficit of attention, but…