10 Tips for Finding the Right Therapist for You
By Hela Baer, LMSW, RYT, ESMHL 1. Ask your primary care provider about any recommendations they may have. Many primary care providers have experience working with practices or th
5 Ways to Bring Mindfulness into Your Life
By Hela Baer, LMSW, RYT, ESMHL The past twelve months have been incredibly stressful. From the regular stressors of daily life to the unprecedented challenges of a global pandemic,
Black Lives Matter
At Alexandria Place Therapy, we believe in standing together with our clients and our larger community, to listen and offer support in times of crisis. Our country is indeed in cri
At many times throughout their lives, children will feel the world has turned topsy-turvy. It's not the ever-present smile that will help them feel secure. It's knowing that love can hold many feelings, including sadness, and that they can count on the people they love to be with them until the world turns right side up again.
Saying Goodbye to Summer
Now that August is here there are only a few more weeks left of summer. Make August memorable for your little ones by trying out some of these local and easy-to-do ideas: Go on a n
National Eating Disorder Awareness
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week is from February 26th to March 4th, 2017. The purpose of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is to bring attention and resources to tho
Introducing Mindfulness to Your Family
Mindfulness is a big buzzword in the mental health world today. So what is it? Mindfulness is achieving a mental state that is present-focused and aware, without judgment, of one&#
A New School Year
A new school year can bring about many different feelings and experiences for children. Excitement, joy, anticipation, confidence, relief, but also stress and nervousness are commo
Developing Self-Esteem in Children
Self-esteem is such a critical element in the development of children’s confidence, security, and joy in tackling the hard task of growing up. As important adults in our chil
Reducing Holiday Stress
As we approach the holiday season, it is important to remember that, while holidays are exciting and fun for children, they often produce extra stress for children and ad