How should you talk to your kids about weight?

The best answer, according to the experts, is not at all.    You may wonder why this is the advice.  But, think about it – was it ever fun when your parents talked to you about your weight?  Odds are that it wasn’t.  Sometimes the things that parents say with the best...
First Time Parents Part 1: Moms

First Time Parents Part 1: Moms

Blog by LFCS Therapist, Tanya Lemmon, MSW, LCSW My husband and I will become first time parents this December! We are so excited but we also have admitted to each other the reality of our concerns about being good enough parents for our little one. We have talked to...

Eating Disorders in Kids and Teens

Eating disorders are very serious and potentially life threatening conditions that affect millions of children, teenagers, and adults. According to the National Eating Disorders Association, 20 million women and 10 million men in the United States suffer from a...
Stressed?  Don’t Forget to Take Care of YOU

Stressed? Don’t Forget to Take Care of YOU

Self-Care in times of high stress is one of the most important (not selfish) things you can do for yourself as well as for those around you.  If you haven’t taken care of your inner self to feel grounded and calm, you won’t be of much value to your family, friends,...