Start School Stronger

ROWI’s newest program helps your child build confidence, resilience, and readiness for the new school year. As summer winds down, many families begin preparing for a new school year. While shopping for supplies and organizing schedules are important, one of the most valuable ways parents can support their children is by helping them prepare emotionally, […]

10 signs your child may not be ready for the new school year.

boy coloring at a mental health clinic

As the first day of school approaches, most parents focus on supplies, schedules, and new clothes. But academic readiness is only part of the equation. Emotional, social, and mental readiness can have an even greater impact on your child’s success throughout the school year. Many children and teens experience anxiety or stress about returning to […]

Mental Health Awareness Month? Oh, please.

Wow, 31 days – out of the entire year – when it’s OK to talk about mental health? We’re sure you’ve got the entire month of May circled on your calendar, right? Because, well, you know, that’s when it’s socially acceptable to talk about things like therapy, coping skills, and treatment. So, let’s take a […]

From Reactive to Responsive: Why your regulations matter most

Parenting asks a lot of our nervous system. Between work, stress, household demands, and the emotional intensity of raising children, it’s easy to find yourself reacting instead of responding. Here’s the truth that often gets overlooked: Two dysregulated people cannot have a regulated moment. If we want our children to learn calm, flexible, and thoughtful […]

Teen Mood Swings or Something Deeper?

teen therapy for a teen with depression

What’s the difference between feeling moody and clinical depression? Is there a difference between our own potential depression as parents and when we have a child who is experiencing signs of depression? Symptoms of depression for your child frequently differ from symptoms in adults. For example, your child may: Experience more irritability and moodiness. Sleep […]