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Promoting child and family resilience and well-being

Parenting
Parenting with Beginner's Mind

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on May 8, 2023

When we diagnose a child with a disorder, our attention is drawn to ways in which he or she is struggling. What happens, however, when we learn to see with the eyes of a beginner?

When we diagnose a child with a disorder, our attention is drawn to ways in which he or she is struggling. What happens, however, when we learn to see with the eyes of a beginner?

Attention
The Impacts of Poverty In Infancy

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on October 27, 2021

Addressing the impacts of poverty in infancy may promote positive cascading effects, influencing not only the child's development but future generations to come.

Addressing the impacts of poverty in infancy may promote positive cascading effects, influencing not only the child's development but future generations to come.

Autism
Autism and Maternal Stress

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on September 18, 2021

Despite the challenges and adversity mothers face, research finds their resilience and tenacity shine through.

Despite the challenges and adversity mothers face, research finds their resilience and tenacity shine through.

Trauma
Breaking the Chains of Generational Trauma

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on July 3, 2021

We inherit more than just the shape of our bodies and the color of our skin; trauma itself can be passed down from one generation to the next. Here's how to break the cycle.

We inherit more than just the shape of our bodies and the color of our skin; trauma itself can be passed down from one generation to the next. Here's how to break the cycle.

Depression
How to Thrive Through The Winter

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on January 5, 2021

Ever wish you could just hibernate the cold months away? Does your mood dip with the winter temps? Discover these integrative approaches for Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Ever wish you could just hibernate the cold months away? Does your mood dip with the winter temps? Discover these integrative approaches for Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Health
Remember The Thyroid

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on October 24, 2020

The thyroid regulates many aspects of our health and mental health. Don't neglect this tiny organ!

The thyroid regulates many aspects of our health and mental health. Don't neglect this tiny organ!

Health
Vitamins That Boost Mental Health

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on August 28, 2020

Are you struggling with lingering mental health problems? There may be a connection with certain vitamin deficiencies.

Are you struggling with lingering mental health problems? There may be a connection with certain vitamin deficiencies.

Attention
Resisting the Urge to Do, and Just Be

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on July 19, 2020

You can step out of the place of doing, striving, or becoming. It may not always be easy, but there is freedom in letting go and simply being.

You can step out of the place of doing, striving, or becoming. It may not always be easy, but there is freedom in letting go and simply being.

Stress
Harnessing The Power Of Imagination

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on June 23, 2020

The imagination isn't simply "child's play." Even beyond the toddler years, this powerful tool can help alleviate the stress response, build resilience, and enhance self regulation

The imagination isn't simply "child's play." Even beyond the toddler years, this powerful tool can help alleviate the stress response, build resilience, and enhance self regulation

Sleep
Can't Sleep? Try These Evidence-Based, Drug-Free Techniques

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on April 5, 2020

Restless nights are no fun. Learn what to do about them, and find ways to retrain your brain to sleep well again. No sleeping pills, melatonin, or lengthy bedtime rituals required!

Restless nights are no fun. Learn what to do about them, and find ways to retrain your brain to sleep well again. No sleeping pills, melatonin, or lengthy bedtime rituals required!

Health
Exploring the Rise in Nutritional Psychiatry

Elizabeth Dixon, LISW-CP on March 19, 2020

We're seeing an increase in nutritional approaches for mental health these days. Could this "new" approach provide lasting relief? The recent research appears promising.

We're seeing an increase in nutritional approaches for mental health these days. Could this "new" approach provide lasting relief? The recent research appears promising.