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Sharon Reynolds

The Toll Perfectionism Takes in Relationships

Being in a relationship with a perfectionist can feel challenging. Someone who is a perfectionist constantly strives to be seen as...

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Misconceptions about Empathy in Autism

Having spent most of my professional career working with autistic individuals and their families, I still find myself frequently having...

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Early Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Children

As autism prevalence rates climb to 1 in 44 eight-year-old children and 1 in 59 four-year-old children (according to CDC’s December 2,...

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Taking Trauma into Account with Couples Counseling

“If the relationship between [spouses] is not part of the healing process, it inevitably becomes part of the problem.” -Susan Johnson...

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What is Stereotypic Movement Disorder and How to Treat It (and Should You Treat It?)

What are stereotypic movements? Stereotypic movements or motor stereotypies are repetitive and rhythmic body movements with a fixed...

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Does your child need a psycho-educational assessment?

Why obtain a psycho-educational assessment? A psycho-educational evaluation is a process in which data is collected in multiple ways...

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The Big Emotions of Little Ones

Children’s emotional development is a critical aspect of their overall maturation with lifelong consequences. A child’s social-emotional...

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Seeking help for behavioral challenges in pre-schoolers

If you have found yourself questioning whether to reach out to a therapist about behavioral challenges with your young child, it's likely...

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To combat stress and manage emotions, your greatest tool is free and right at your disposal.

Mindfulness techniques are an integral part of the treatment plan for many of our clients. Every one of us can benefit from the calming...