Summer Must Reads for 2017
Summer is always a time to catch up on some good reading. We have gathered some newbies and some oldies for our "must reads for this summer! 1. The Angst of Adolescence In her [ continue reading ]
Got Bounce? How to Promote Resiliency in Teens
Pumpkins unfortunately do not bounce, I found that out the hard way this weekend when unloading the many pumpkins that we are decorating during our groups this week. However, people do bounce, and it’s one of [ continue reading ]
Fall Updates at Austin & Houston Therapy for Girls
What's Happening At ATFG & HTFG This Fall! We wanted to send out an update on our practice and also tell you about our fall groups in both Austin and Houston. We have expanded our services [ continue reading ]
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness Month It’s officially the last week of April and since Spring Break I have a heard an increase among my clients and my client’s friends about sexual assault. The trauma of being [ continue reading ]
Valentine’s Day: Have the Courage to Love Yourself!
When I mentioned to my Thursday groups last week that Valentine’s Day was one of my favorite holidays, my high school group looked at me like I had lost my mind. While I am lucky [ continue reading ]
Self-esteem vs. Self-compassion
Though the holidays are a time of giving and thinking of others, the often-stressful season is also an important time to practice self-compassion. We often use “self-esteem” and “self-compassion” interchangeably, to talk about our perception [ continue reading ]
Redefining Valentine’s Day: Let’s Focus on Loving Ourselves!
As most of you have probably gathered, my favorite color is pink. I’m always very excited when Valentine’s Day rolls around and I’m surrounded by the cheerful Valentine’s décor that is filled with hearts and [ continue reading ]
