ADHD in Girls: Signs Parents Often Miss | ADHD Therapy & Testing
ADHD in Girls: Signs Parents Often Miss | ADHD Therapy & Testing Why ADHD in Girls Is Often Missed & Why Early Recognition Matters Written by Christian Graves, LPC-A, at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group When many people picture a child with ADHD, they often imagine a young child who cannot sit still, constantly interrupts, struggles […]
Halfway Through Summer: Supporting Kids Before School Starts
Halfway Through Summer: Supporting Kids Before School Starts Halfway Through Summer: How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health Before School Starts Written by Christian Graves, LPC-A, therapist at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group When school lets out for the summer, many families, including mine, look forward to slower mornings, vacations, and a well-deserved break from the […]
Gentle Parenting Explained: What It Is, Isn’t, and Where to Start
Gentle Parenting Explained: What It Is, Isn’t, and Where to Start Written by Valeria Chavez-Tobar, Intern Psychology Student at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group. Understanding Gentle Parenting Parenting advice seems to be everywhere, and one approach that has gained significant attention in recent years is gentle parenting. While some view it as a compassionate and […]
Why Can’t I Get Over My Breakup? A Therapist Explains
Why Can’t I Get Over My Breakup? A Therapist Explains Written by Christian Graves, LPC-A, Therapist at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group in Rockwall, TX Why Can’t I Get Over My Breakup? Understanding Healing After a Breakup or Divorce “It’s been months… why can’t I get over it?” If you’ve found yourself asking this question, you’re […]
Beyond Fight or Flight: Trauma Responses You May Not Recognize
Beyond Fight or Flight: Trauma Responses You May Not Recognize Beyond Fight or Flight: Trauma Responses You May Not Recognize Written by Valeria Chavez-Tobar, Psychology Student Intern at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group in Rockwall, TX. When people hear the word “trauma,” they may picture obvious signs of distress, such as panic, fear, nightmares, or avoiding […]
CBT Therapy – What is it, and How Does it Help?
CBT Therapy – What is it, and How Does it Help? Written by Dr. Casey Vaccaro, PsyD, LP, Owner and Clinical Psychologist at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group in Rockwall Texas. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A Practical, Results Driven Approach to Anxiety, Stress, and Self Doubt If you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or trapped in your […]
How Friendship Loss Can Affect Your Teen
How Friendship Loss Can Affect Your Teen Back to School, But Not Back to Normal: How Friendship Loss Can Affect Your Teen Written By: Christian Graves, Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate, at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group, Rockwall TX Back-to-school season is here! New teachers, new schedules, new school supplies… and for many families, a fresh start. […]
Social Skills Groups for Teens, Rockwall TX
Social Skills Groups for Teens, Rockwall TX Written by: Christian Graves, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group, Rockwall TX Social Skills Groups for Teens, Rockwall TX Being a teenager can be awkward. They are figuring out who they are, trying to make friends, navigating changing relationships, learning how to communicate what they need, […]
GLP-1s, Eating Disorders, and the Return of the Ultra-Thin Ideal
GLP-1s, Eating Disorders, and the Return of the Ultra-Thin Ideal An eating disorder therapist’s take on GLP-1 medications, diet culture, and the return of ultra-thin beauty standards. Written by :Rebecca Kinshella, LPC, PMH-C, eating disorder specialist at Dr. Vaccaro Counseling Group in Rockwall Texas. I am a 90s baby. As such, I grew up in […]