When Silence Is More Than Shyness: Understanding Selective Mutism in Young Children
Many parents have experienced the surprise of hearing a teacher say, “Your child hasn’t spoken all week,” only to wonder how that could possibly be true. At home, your child may chat endlessly, tell stories, sing songs, and ask countless questions. Yet the moment they enter preschool, kindergarten, or another social setting, they become completely […]
Catching Childhood OCD Early: How Symptoms Change from Toddlers to Teens
Every child has routines, preferences, and habits that help them feel comfortable and secure. Some insist on wearing the same pajamas every night, arranging stuffed animals in a certain way, or following a familiar bedtime routine. These behaviors are a normal part of childhood development and often provide children with a sense of predictability as […]
Understanding Anxiety Disorders and How a Psychologist Helps Patients Regain Control of Their Lives
Anxiety is a normal human response to stress, uncertainty, or perceived danger, but for millions of individuals, anxiety becomes chronic, overwhelming, and disruptive to daily life. When worry, fear, or nervousness persist beyond situational stressors and begin interfering with work, relationships, sleep, or physical health, an anxiety disorder may be present. Anxiety disorders are among […]
What You Need to Know About Functional Depression
We all know what depression looks like and feels like. It’s the inability to get out of bed in the morning, an unorganized and messy house, not being able to hold down a job or manage relationships. But depression doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. Sometimes, it looks like getting through the […]
Could It Be Adult ADHD? Find Clarity, Compassion, and a Path Forward
Many adults live for years feeling overwhelmed, disorganized, or “not living up to their potential” – yet never realize these struggles may be rooted in Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For many, adult ADHD shows up most clearly in daily life: keeping track of belongings, managing time, remembering appointments, or completing multi-step tasks. These challenges can […]
The 4 C’s of Setting Healthy Bounderies
Setting boundaries is an essential part of self-care and maintaining healthy relationships. They’re our way of communicating with others the limits of what we can take on, whether personally or professionally. At its core, setting boundaries isn’t about pushing people away but creating space for respect, understanding, and emotional well-being. So what are boundaries? The […]
Managing Parent Burnout
Written by: Dr. Anjelica Fahey A client recently described noticing herself yelling more, feeling increasingly irritable, and questioning why she feels as if she’s failing to juggle all of her responsibilities. She repeatedly asked herself, Why can’t I manage things better? Why am I so tired? Why do I feel angry? And through these questions, […]
Understanding Executive Function: The Brain’s Control Center
Have you ever wondered how you manage to plan your day, switch between tasks, or keep your cool when something unexpected happens? The skills that make this possible are known as executive functions — and they’re at the core of how we think, adapt, and succeed in everyday life. What Is Executive Function? Executive function […]
Back-to-School Mental Health: Helping Kids (and Parents) Through the Transition
The end of summer always seems to sneak up on us. One moment you’re enjoying lazy mornings, popsicles in the backyard, and later bedtimes… the next you’re buying glue sticks, hunting for clean lunchboxes, and wondering how on earth it’s already back-to-school season. For many kids—and parents—this transition can be more than just a change […]
Why Early Diagnosis of Autism Matters
Autism doesn’t follow a single pattern—and neither do the children it affects. But one thing we know for sure: the earlier it’s identified, the better we can support a child’s development. At Life InSight, we work with families every day who are navigating questions about their child’s growth and behavior. Early diagnosis of autism spectrum […]