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Mindfulness Techniques
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The 5-Minute Practice That Could Transform Your Child's Anxiety

Full Transparency: It doesn’t require a prescription, a therapist, or a complete lifestyle overhaul.

Goal Setting Burnout
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The Goal-Setting Trap That's Hurting Your High-Achiever

Your kid is a high-achieving young adult. They crushed their AP classes, followed the academic career plan, and doggedly pursued their goals. They’re the athlete, the...

Seattle Kiser
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Meet Momentum's Care Team: Cove Primary Therapist Seattle Kiser LCMHC-A, LCAS-A, NCC

Welcome to our Employee Spotlight series, where we take a moment to recognize the incredible individuals who drive the heartbeat of our organization. Our hope is to...

Anxiety Self Medicating
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Signs That Your Anxious Child Might be Self-Medicating

Anxiety looks different depending on the person. Some people smile through the stress, others talk openly about their worries, and still others keep their concerns...

Treatment Resistant Teen
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How To Get An 'I'm Fine' Teen to Actually Talk About Mental Health

You know the deal. You’ve witnessed it a thousand times. “Everything okay?” you ask your teenager. Without even looking up from their phone, they hit you with the...

Holistic Mental Health Treatment
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The Surprising Way Creativity Could Save Your Child's Mental Health

Creative endeavors are often lumped in with hobbies; something fun to do but not an essential part of life. But research shows that creative expression can actually...

Trauma Treatment
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The Childhood Challenges that Can Send Your Kid Off Track

Trauma is one of those things that’s not always obvious on the surface. Every kid faces challenges growing up, but some struggles run deeper than others. Trauma isn’t...

Financial Stress
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The Money Stress That's Hurting Your Child's Mental Health

Money is a loaded topic. It’s the elephant in the room at family dinners, the whispered concern behind closed doors, and sometimes, the source of those late-night Google...

Dual-Diagnosis Treatment
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Why Your Child's Therapist Could Be Missing the Big Picture

You’ve done everything right. You noticed your child was struggling—maybe with depression, anxiety, or risky behaviors. You found a well-reviewed therapist, made the...

Kevin Reich
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Meet Momentum's Care Team: Creek Program Manager Kevin Reich

Welcome to our Employee Spotlight series, where we take a moment to recognize the incredible individuals who drive the heartbeat of our organization. Our hope is to...