Grody Online Family Counseling

Perspective matters. 😊

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Useful blog from psychologist Jacqueline Nesi.

Kids, screens, and dopamine Everything you need to know

Reading also gives readers — especially kids — the chance to practice working through the emotions that the characters experience.

I’ve made some changes in the practice that you might like to know about. I’ve added insurance as a payment option for GOFC for the first time.

I now accept various insurances (through Alma) that fall under the Optum, Aetna and Cigna umbrellas. I still see clients who want to pay out of pocket without the hassle of dealing with their insurance companies. I also see clients through the Modern Health platform.

If you’re interested in sessions, please contact me outside of Facebook (confidentiality reasons). My secure Hushmail account is [email protected].

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Happens to all of us . . .

Happy Thanksgiving! 🙂

It’s that time of year — the holidays! Here’s an oldie but a goodie that I wrote for Columbus Parent about dealing with family at this time of year. Enjoy!

Family and the holidays Don't look now, but they're coming. You probably can't hide; some of them will be staying at your house.

Useful.

Five skills parents can learn so they can help their children cope Experts point to five key skills you can develop that will support your child during a crisis or that will supplement therapy once it’s underway.

Hey, self-care makes you a better parent. 😊

7 ways to play more golf as a new dad An editor shares his advice for how parents of young kids can fit more golf in their lives.

A few years ago, I found myself rooting for a hurricane … Adjusting to the empty nest.

Empty Nest Feels Like More Than "Just a Part of Life" — Grody Online Family Counseling A few years ago, I found myself rooting for a hurricane . . .

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This is perfect.

My latest in “Columbus Parent” — parenting from “Yes.”

Family Therapy: Make an Effort to Tell Kids ‘Yes’ More Than 'No' Instead of reflexively saying “no” all the time, try this parent-tested approach.

Telehealth has been an important part of adapting to pandemic life, and I suspect it’s here to stay. Here are a few tips for getting the most out of it.

Family Therapy: Telehealth Tips Online counseling is now a valuable vehicle to treat mental health needs. Here's how to get the most out of the relationship.

Family Therapy: Getting Kids to Tell the Truth All children lie sometimes. If they break the bond of trust, help them earn it back.

Q&A: How Do I Get My Spouse To Stop Irritating Me? — Grody Online Family Counseling Q: I understand that I can’t control what someone else does, but my husband’s really irritating me lately, and I don’t like it. How can I make things better?

Family Therapy: Navigating No-Win Situations Frustration and anger are common emotions when children feel stuck in the middle.

Q&A: How Do I Get My Child To Apologize? — Grody Online Family Counseling Q: My kids got in an argument during a play date recently, and I made them apologize to each other. They didn’t want to, of course, and it was like pulling teeth to get them to do it. Why is it so difficult for children to say they’re sorry? Are they embarrassed? Stubborn?

How to get the most out of online therapy.

Family Therapy: Telehealth Tips Online counseling is now a valuable vehicle to treat mental health needs. Here's how to get the most out of the relationship.

Parenting during Covid-19 feels like the ultimate double-bind — “darned if you do and darned if you don’t” no matter what you try. In my latest article for Columbus Parent, I offer a few tips to help your kids (and yourselves) through the frustration of that.

Family Therapy: Navigating No-Win Situations Frustration and anger are common emotions when children feel stuck in the middle.

Telehealth sessions are here to stay. Here are a few tips to get the most out of them for you and your family.

Family Therapy: Telehealth Tips Online counseling is now a valuable vehicle to treat mental health needs. Here's how to get the most out of the relationship.

Perspective | Boosting our sense of meaning in life is an often overlooked longevity ingredient Diet and exercise are certainly vital for health, but research suggests finding a purpose can lower your mortality risk in many ways.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! 😊

I am sooooo grateful for all my wonderful family and friends. I hope your day is filled with love and gratitude. Hugs to you all.