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Therapist Spotlight: Christina Moak
Christina ("Nina") Moak has been with HCFVL since 2019 working with toddlers, kids, and parents. She is warm, understanding, humorous, and motivated. In this therapist spotlight, get to know a little bit more about Nina both in and out of the office. Why did you get...
Silencing Your Inner Critic and Defeating Imposter Syndrome
Let’s be honest - how many times have you felt as though you didn’t deserve to be in the position you were in? Whether it’s holding a high-profile job, receiving an award, participating in a top-level sports team, or anything in between, feelings of doubt and...
Simple Strategies to Help Your Anxious Child
Is your child struggling with anxiety? Maybe you’ve noticed it’s getting worse overtime. First of all, don’t beat yourself up. Childhood anxiety is very common, and in some situations actually normal (and adaptive). In addition to seeking professional help, here are...
Managing Meltdowns: 5 Tips for Toddler Tantrums
For my son’s birthday, a dear friend gave him a swing that attaches to our porch. When we go to the park, all he wants to do is swing so this was such a thoughtful, perfect gift. He loved it! I mean we spent hours the first week it was hung swinging. One afternoon I...
Managing (and Overcoming) Your Perfectionism
Society LOVES to reward you for being a high achiever. It’s one of the most desired traits, if you weren’t already aware of that. From job interviews to school classrooms, those who are willing to go above and beyond and produce top-tier results are praised, admired,...
How to Prepare Your Firstborn For Your Second Born
First of all HURRAY for creating another life and parenting while also being utterly exhausted and uncomfortable - Congratulations, you’re essentially a superhero! In some ways you’re more prepared for this go around. You already know what brand of diapers and wipes...