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Parents Modeling Faith
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Every parent seeks to passon their faith. Taking a look at one example in scripture, we see how the everyday patterns of life provide a foundation in which a child may learn the reality of God's presence and decide for him/herself to believe in God
Building Self Esteem
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There isn't a parent I know who doesn't want to be a part of helping their child grow up feeling good about who they are. Our self-esteem actually is developed on three different levels. Included in this articles is an exercise to help a ll of us know the beliefs we have developed and how God's Word helps us rewrite our view of self.
When Children Steal
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There isn't a parent on earth who enjoys the idea of their child stealing. Understanding the possible reasons that children steal is foundational to knowing how to respond in discipline.
Communicating With Kids (and Adults!)
Practical tips are provided to help children pair emotions with words and a specific technique is described to improve communication for both kids and adults.
Teaching Children About Feelings
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Children need help in identifying what emotion they feel just as much as we do as adults. Here are some guidelines which are fun and a relaxing way to help your children learn what they may feel and when.
Attachment Wounds: Ten Steps That Heal
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Childhood story illustrating bonding and attachment wounds and ten steps for healing
Parenting Perspectives on Behavior and Bonding
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
A child's oppostional behavior may indicate emotional pain. Article explores larger perspectives, including need for bonding and healing.
Faith of Our Children: A Model for Home Devotions
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Building a child's Christian faith is a foundational piece in "training up a child in the way he should go." (Proverbs 22:6) Article suggests six practical steps in developing home devitions for the elementary age child.
For Shame, For Shame: How to End Shaming When Disciplining
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
The power and influence of parents is great; keeping the parent-child relationship in its proper place
Reclaim the Sabbath
How to reclaim the Sabbath for your family by learning ways to build in important "down-time" on Sundays as well as increasing famly fun time.
Neglect - The Obtuse Abuse
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article explores the abuse of neglect and the confusion that often accompanies it.
When Parents Fight
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children develop their sense of belonging and sense of security from their relationships with their parents. When there is on-going animosity between the parents, it is difficult for children to feel safe and to attach to both parents.
My Child Won't Go To School
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
School phobia, a severe stress response toward school is a very perplexing condition. Suddenly a child simply will not go to school and becomes unusually forceful in their not wanting to go into the school routine. Unusual crying, sitting down, not moving, screaming, running away from the parent, refusal to leave the car to go into the school, are some of the symptoms in this condition. This article gives a thorough overview of the condition and ideas of what to do with school phobia.
A Parent's Guide To Minimizing Sibling Rivalry
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Although sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family, parents can be proactive in helping to minimize sibling rivalry and helping children develop positive life long relationships with their siblings.
Ten Ways to "Train Up A Child"
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Parenting is hard. Raising children in today's world is a juggling act for most people when trying to do a good job of applying God’s word."Ten Ways…"gives a real map of behavior for parents to follow as they seek to be a good parent. The admonition to "raise up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it" is fleshed out in this article in practical and moment by moment ways.
Who I Am In Christ
Author Unknown, Edited by Brenda Spina, M.S.,LMFT, LPC
Knowing how God sees us and what we have available with Him is important in the developmental process of being His child. What follows are scriptures that identify who we are, what we have, and the things we can do when we believe the truth of His Word.
Parents Guide to Lingo on the Internet
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The benefits and dangers of the internet are becoming more apparent as time passes. Parents have the increasingly difficult task of protecting their children and adolescents from the dangers. Here you will find some of the common uses of letters and symbols by kids as they communicate with one another.
Validation is Not Agreement
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the difference between validating another person's communication and agreeing with it. Examples are given.
Answering Jesus' Call
This article helps the reader make decisions about when it is important to act on Jesus' call and to be open to His timing.
Stay Strong While Raising Strong Willed Children
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong willed children can be amazingly creative, innovative and steadfast while at the same time frustrating and exhausting to parents. This article discusses some tools for parents to use to teach, train and motivate their strong willed child.
Nurturing Your Child's Relationship With God
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The various stages of a child's growth create numerous needs as well as avenues in which a parent can help the child turn towards a relationship with God. This article includes the stages of growth and outlines simple ways a parent can create an atmosphere where the child may be able to live a life of simple faith in His love for them.
Kids in the Wheelbarrow: Cultivating Trust in the Home
Explore your definition of trust, discover what trust means in your home, and begin to cultivate a trusting environment.
Why Do Children Misbehave? What Do They Get Out of It?
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Children misbehave for several reasons. Want to know the underlying main reasons why they misbehave? That is what this article covers in an easy and readable style. Every parent of children young and old will “get something out of this one.â€
Mealtime Tips - Make it Happen!
Provides practical information you can use today to make mealtime a priority and to help your family enjoy mealtimes.
HAPPY KIDS, PEACEFUL PARENTS
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Nature is filled with the very nature of God Himself. Article explains how God can use His creation for uniting families through opening up communication, and simple enjoyment of one another.
Gifts of the Heart: Ideas for Giving at Christmas
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article addresses how families can be creative about giving during times of economic shortages.
Let There Be Peace in the Home: Helping Children Manage Stress During the Holiday Season
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children are just as vulnerable to experiencing holiday stress as adults. This article gives parents nine practical tips to help children manage stress associated with the holiday season.
Managing Food Dilemmas During the Holidays
Food holds many meanings and memories for us, especially during the holiday season. This article offers practical tips and suggestions for those with food allergies or special diets.
You Don't Need (Much) Money for Fun!
Ten fun and free or low-cost ideas to beat cabin fever.
Entitlement, Money and Families
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes what entitlement means and how families send messages to their children about money and entitlement.
Working with Your Child's Temperament
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
This article accompanies Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage's five part radio series "Working with Your Child's Temperament". The nine characteristics of temperament and the rating scale are outlined.
I have a WHAT?
As the Nationwide Insurance commercial proclaims, "Life comes at you fast," parents can find themselves quickly thrown into raising a teenager. As you jump into adolescence with your adolescent, take a deep breath, and use these reminders to help with the adolescent journey.
Treasuring Children: Helping Children In Chronically Difficult Families
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Families where addictions and chronic stress or conflict dwell are especially difficult for children to cope with. Without a doubt, children in these settings have to work overtime to cope, survive and find a sense of safety that is different than most families. This article defines but a few things that can be done to make life and the development of who they are as children of God a bit easier.
On-Line Gaming: How Much is too Much?
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
Article explores the explosion of the online gaming industry and the tough decisions parents have to make about hours spent gaming. In it is a set of signs that identify if there is a problem or even an addiction present.
Rebuilding After the Storm
August 18, 2005. A record breaking day in the history of Wisconsin with 27 confirmed tornadoes in one twenty-four hour period. In one moment, debris was strewn everywhere and the destruction left behind on that day was well into the millions of dollars. Addiction is destructive, like a tornado, and you are left to deal with the aftermath of a person struggling with addiction. Whether the addiction is food, alcohol, drugs, gambling, or pornography, a trail of wreckage is left behind and rebuilding needs to begin.
Our Love Affair with Food
This article discusses forming healthy or unhealthy relationships with food at several stages in our development. Tips for being aware of the place of food in our lives and resources for developing a healthier relationship with food are included.
Supporting Safety In Our Schools
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Safety in the schools has become a major focus for parents and school officials. Based on an interview with an area school counselor, Brenda briefly outlines ways in which parents can actively support safety for their children.
How Can I Help My Child Deal with Bullying?
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Real steps to help and "how to's" to deal with bullying.
CHILDREN AND ATTACHMENT WOUNDS, Part One
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Early trauma in a child’s life can result in attachment wounds in your child. Article describes how a specialized family therapy; Family Narrative Attachment Therapy, can help rebuild bonds between parent and child. Especially useful for foster and adoptive children.
Trails of Trouble - Children and School Performance
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article addresses the many feelings parents and children face as a result of school challenges.
ADHD and Homework: It Can Work!
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children with ADHD have a tremendous amount of potential. ADHD is not a limitation nor a predictor of school performance. In this article, Christine provides a practical guideline for parents to help make homework time more productive and less stressful.
Parent/Teacher Allies: Being Your Child’s Advocate
Parents and teachers make a great team for supporting your child! Being your child's advocate at school can help your child enjoy school and achieve higher goals. Ideas in this article are shared for taking an active role with the teacher and within the school system.
The Notebook
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article explores a ritual families can participate in at Christmas. This ritual is one that helps members of the family affirm one another.
WHAT I WISH MORE MEN KNEW
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Men often do not know things like how much delight their children take in them. Here a therapist who has seen hundreds of men over the years outlines what she would like men to know. Things such as a woman relating from an accumulation of the days events when a man very often is relating in the here and now. Revelations are made in this article that will encourage men.
Powerful Dads and Pretty Daughters
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Dads have a tremendous amount of influence in the lives of their daughters. This article outlines the ways in which Dads make a powerful impact both positively and negatively.
Moms' To Do List
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. This article offers encouragement to moms to care for their needs and discusses ways moms can be proactive by nurturing their minds, bodies and spirits.
Broadcasts
Moms' To Do List, #3 of 3, #3377
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage offer encouragement to moms and discuss ways for moms to take care of their minds, bodies and spirits.
Moms' To Do List, #2 of 3, #3376
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. This article offers encouragement to moms to care for their needs and discusses ways moms can be proactive by nurturing their minds, bodies and spirits.
Moms' To Do List, #1 of 3, #3375
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moms are good at taking care of their loved ones but often do not take time for themselves. This article offers encouragement to moms to care for their needs and discusses ways moms can be proactive by nurturing their minds, bodies and spirits.
ADHD and Homework: It Can Work! #3 of 3, #3361
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children with ADHD have a tremendous amount of potential. ADHD is not a limitation nor a predictor of school performance. In this 3 part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss practical ways parents can help make homework time more productive and less stressful.
ADHD and Homework: It Can Work! #2 of 3, #3360
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children with ADHD have a tremendous amount of potential. ADHD is not a limitation nor a predictor of school performance. In this 3 part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss practical ways parents can help make homework time more productive and less stressful.
ADHD and Homework: It Can Work! #1 of 3, #3359
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Children with ADHD have a tremendous amount of potential. ADHD is not a limitation nor a predictor of school performance. In this 3-part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss practical ways parents can help make homework time more productive and less stressful.
Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #4 of 4, #3350
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.
Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #3 of 4, #3349
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.
Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #2 of 4, #3348
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.
Standing Up For Yourself While Honoring Others, #1 of 4, #3347
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Conflict can serve to deepen and strengthen relationships when handled well. In this four part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss important principles in handling conflict and standing up for yourself that can lead to deeper and more satisfying relationships.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, #5 of 5, #3343
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Various authors have discussed and creatively labeled the roles each individual may play in the overall functioning of the family. No author has defined or discussed these roles as thoroughly as Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. Based on her research of the alcoholic family, these roles provide tremendous helpfulness and hurtfulness to family relationships. These programs integrate Scripture and it's focus on unity and diversity in the family of God with each of these roles. Join Brenda Spina and Lynda Savage as they discover the uniqueness of what each of these roles has to offer.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, #4 of 5, #3342
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Various authors have discussed and creatively labeled the roles each individual may play in the overall functioning of the family. No author has defined or discussed these roles as thoroughly as Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. Based on her research of the alcoholic family, these roles provide tremendous helpfulness and hurtfulness to family relationships. These programs integrate Scripture and it's focus on unity and diversity in the family of God with each of these roles. Join Brenda Spina and Lynda Savage as they discover the uniqueness of what each of these roles has to offer.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, #3 of 5, #3341
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Various authors have discussed and creatively labeled the roles each individual may play in the overall functioning of the family. No author has defined or discussed these roles as thoroughly as Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. Based on her research of the alcoholic family, these roles provide tremendous helpfulness and hurtfulness to family relationships. These programs integrate Scripture and it's focus on unity and diversity in the family of God with each of these roles. Join Brenda Spina and Lynda Savage as they discover the uniqueness of what each of these roles has to offer.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, #2 of 5, #3340
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Various authors have discussed and creatively labeled the roles each individual may play in the overall functioning of the family. No author has defined or discussed these roles as thoroughly as Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. Based on her research of the alcoholic family, these roles provide tremendous helpfulness and hurtfulness to family relationships. These programs integrate Scripture and it's focus on unity and diversity in the family of God with each of these roles. Join Brenda Spina and Lynda Savage as they discover the uniqueness of what each of these roles has to offer.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, #1 of 5, #3339
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Various authors have discussed and creatively labeled the roles each individual may play in the overall functioning of the family. No author has defined or discussed these roles as thoroughly as Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. Based on her research of the alcoholic family, these roles provide tremendous helpfulness and hurtfulness to family relationships. These programs integrate Scripture and it's focus on unity and diversity in the family of God with each of these roles. Join Brenda Spina and Lynda Savage as they discover the uniqueness of what each of these roles has to offer.
What Teens Want Parents to Understand, #3 of 3, #3223
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
As teens are going through many changes, they sometimes assume that parents don't get it or just don't understand. Recently, Christine Vander Wielen asked teens, "What would you like parents to understand about being a teen?" In this three-part series of broadcasts, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the teens answers and provide parenting tips to help parents and teens remain connected during the teen years.
What Teens Want Parents to Understand, #2 of 3, #3222
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
As teens are going through many changes, they sometimes assume that parents don't get it or just don't understand. Recently, Christine Vander Wielen asked teens, "What would you like parents to understand about being a teen?" In this three-part series of broadcasts, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the teens answers and provide parenting tips to help parents and teens remain connected during the teen years.
What Teens Want Parents to Understand, #1 of 3, #3321
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
As teens are going through many changes, they sometimes assume that parents don't get it or just don't understand. Recently, Christine Vander Wielen asked teens, "What would you like parents to understand about being a teen?" In this three-part series of broadcasts, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss the teens' answers and provide parenting tips to help parents and teens remain connected during the teen years.
Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #5 of 5, #3318
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 5, the series wraps up with a true story of how the strong-will of a child was a blessing.
Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #3 of 5, #3316
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 3, positive ways to train strong-willed children to be more accepting of limits and boundaries are discussed.
Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #2 of 5, #3315
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 2, positive ways to teach strong-willed children limits and boundaries are discussed.
Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #1 of 5, #3314
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 1, characteristics of strong-willed children are discussed.
Positive Parenting of Strong-Willed Children, #4 of 5, #3317
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Strong-willed children are wonderfully creative, innovative and steadfast. For all their wonderment, strong-willed children can certainly confound their parents. In this engaging five part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage give practical advice to parents on how to teach, train and motivate their strong-willed child positively. In part 4, positive ways to motivate strong-willed children are discussed.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #4 of 9, #3308
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
When conflict occurs in a relationship, we can learn to draw from God’s agape love, rather than from our own human love. Through a story of a boy and a horse, this program explores how the principle of abiding in Christ can both help us love others, and also give us wisdom with appropriate boundaries with others.
Nurturing Your Child's Relationship With God, #3 of 3, #3304
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Each developmental phase carries with it particular tasks and ways of thinking that provide the groundwork for us to make belief in God easier for children to understand. This three program series focuses in on ways in which we as adults and parents can help a child embrace and integrate a living and simple faith in the love God has for them.
Nurturing Your Child's Relationship With God, #2 of 3, #3303
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Each developmental phase carries with it particular tasks and ways of thinking that provide the groundwork for us to make belief in God easier for children to understand. This three program series focuses in on ways in which we as adults and parents can help a child embrace and integrate a living and simple faith in the love God has for them.
Nurturing Your Child's Relationship With God, #1 of 3, #3302
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Each developmental phase carries with it particular tasks and ways of thinking that provide the groundwork for us to make belief in God easier for children to understand. This three program series focuses in on ways in which we as adults and parents can help a child embrace and integrate a living and simple faith in the love God has for them.
Mealtime Tips and Helpful Hints, #2 of 2, #3297
Provides practical information you can use today to make mealtime a priority and to help your family enjoy mealtimes.
Mealtime Tips and Helpful Hints, #1 of 2, #3296
Provides practical information you can use today to make mealtime a priority and to help your family enjoy mealtimes.
Working with Your Child's Temperament, #5 of 5, #3292
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Each child is wired to respond and interact with their environment in a unique way. In this five part series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss nine characteristics that make up a child’s temperament and give practical advice to parents on how to best work with their child’s temperament. Part 5 discusses reactivity, mood and the benefits of knowing and working with your child unique temperament.
Working with Your Child's Temperament, #4 of 5, #3291
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Each child is wired to respond and interact with their environment in a unique way. In this five part series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss nine characteristics that make up a child’s temperament and give practical advice to parents on how to best work with their child’s temperament. Part 4 discusses adaptability.
Working with Your Child's Temperament, #3 of 5, #3290
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Each child is wired to respond and interact with their environment in a unique way. In this five part series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss nine characteristics that make up a child’s temperament and give practical advice to parents on how to best work with their child’s temperament. Part 3 discusses distractibility, energy and activity level, and sensory threshold.
Working with Your Child's Temperament,, #2 of 5, #3289
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Each child is wired to respond and interact with their environment in a unique way. In this five part series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss nine characteristics that make up a child’s temperament and give practical advice to parents on how to best work with their child’s temperament. Part 2 discusses intensity and regularity.
Working with Your Child's Temperament, #1 of 5, #3288
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Each child is wired to respond and interact with their environment in a unique way. In this five part series Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss nine characteristics that make up a child’s temperament and give practical advice to parents on how to best work with their child’s temperament. Part 1 introduces the topic and discusses persistency.
Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #3 of 3, #3279
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.
Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #2 of 3, #3278
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.
Proactive Parenting That Minimizes Sibling Rivalry, #1 of 3, #3277
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Sibling rivalry exists in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. In this 3 part series, Christine and Lynda discuss practical ways that parents can be proactive in minimizing sibling rivalry and help their children to have positive lifelong relationships.
When Parents Fight, #1 of 2, #3275
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.
When Parents Fight, #2 of 2, 3276
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.
Why Children Steal #2 of 2, #3165
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discovering that your child has stolen something is disconcerting to many parents. These two programs outline the possible causes as well as responses needed to help children/ teenagers return to a place of honesty.
Why Children Steal #1 of 2, #3164
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discovering that your child has stolen something is disconcerting to many parents. These two programs outline the possible causes as well as responses needed to help children/ teenagers return to a place of honesty.
The Significance of Attachment #3 of 3, #3146
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system. It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.
The Significance of Attachment #2 of 3, #3145
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system. It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.
The Significance of Attachment #1 of 3, #3144
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system, It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.
Back To School: Anxious Feelings #2 of 2, #3115
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Transitions often mean uncertainty until the new routine is established. This program concerns the anxious parent or child and the transition back to school.
Back To School: Young Children #1 of 2, #3114
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The return to school means transitioning to a new schedule and to time away for both parent and child. Even though most children and parents manage the transition well, this program discusses steps one can take to ensure smooth transitions back to school.
Teaching Children About Money #2 of 2, #3107
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Great guidelines for parents to help children learn responsible behavior around money.
Teaching Children About Money #1 of 2, #3106
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Great guidelines for parents to help children learn responsible behavior around the use of money.
A Child's Voice #3085
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Based on her book, "Proverbs For The Family", Lynda discusses a child's reaction to a depressed adult
Children Never Get Over Divorce #3084
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Based on her book, "Proverbs For The Family", Lynda reveals the real feelings children have when their parents divorce.
Teaching Children About Feelings #3078
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This program provides many ideas of how children may identify what it is they feel. Identifying and being able to express what one feels in necessary in the development of any individual towards becoming all that God has.
Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 3 of 3, #3026
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.
Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 2 of 3, #3025
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.
Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 1 of 3, #3024
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.
How To Stop Bullying #2 of 2, #3269
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.
How To Stop Bullying #1 of 2, #3268
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Crucial to a child's development is a sense of safety. Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.
Faith of Our Children: A Model for Home Devotions #2 of 2, #3271
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Guiding a child's faith in Jesus Christ is a foundation piece in "training up a child in the way he should go..."(Proverbs 22:9). This series of two radio programs offers suggestions and resources for family devotions with elementary children.
Faith of Our Children: A Model for Home Devotions #1 of 2, #3270
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Guiding a child's faith in Jesus Christ is a foundational piece in "training up a child in the way he should go..." (Proverbs 22:6) This series of two radio programs offers suggestions and resources for family devotions with elementary children.
Ready or Not: Getting You and Your Family Up and Out in the Morning #2 of 2, #3267
This two part series with Whitney Stager explains the importance of the parents getting themselves ready in the morning and then focusing on helping the children get ready. Items discussed include possible pitfalls such as giving kids too much or too little time and parents taking too much responsibility for their children. Tips include discussing and setting a morning routine, sticking to it, and how the work will pay off in the end.
Ready or Not: Getting You and Your Family Up and Out in the Morning #1 of 2, #3266
This two part series with Whitney Stager explains the importance of the parents getting themselves ready in the morning and then focusing on helping the children get ready. Items discussed include possible pitfalls such as giving the kids too much or too little time and parents taking too much responsibility for their children. Tips include discussing and setting a morning routine, sticking to it and how the work will pay off in the end.
Parenting: Language of Encouragement #4 of 4, #2107
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Wrap up of the series is provided by Lynda.
Parenting: Language of Encouragement #3 of 4, #2106
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discussion is continued on the use of language that promotes encouragement versus discouragement in families.
Parenting: Language of Encouragement #2 of 4, #2105
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Provided in this program are examples of the language of encouragement.
Parenting: Language of Encouragement #1 of 4, #2104
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Learning the difference between praise and encouragement is foundational to one's role as parent. Discussed is the difference and their impact on children.
Helping Children Cope with Separation and Loss #2 of 2, #2099
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Soothing children in a time of loss or when facing separation can be a challenge.
Helping Children Cope with Separation and Loss #1 of 2, #2098
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This series takes a look at how children respond to change, separation and loss.
Healthy Families: Children's Rights #1 of 2, #1622
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There are a number of characteristics that differentiate between healthy family functioning. The number of 'rights' given to children often helps delineate one difference. Described in this program are some of those examples.
What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #3 of 3, #853
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Not sure chores will work? Here's some things to do when you run into difficulty.
What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #2 of 3, #852
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Household chores, when allowed to be age appropriate, help children grow. Chores provide children with much needed skills relationally, physically, and emotionally.
What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #1 of 3, #851
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Chores provide a sense of belonging in the family. Each child desires to contribute to the well-being of the family in their own unique way. Chore provide a sense of belonging and helping in the family. Start them early and you will circumvent your children feeling left out.
