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The Psychology of Perfectionism: When High Standards Hurt More Than They Help
Perfectionism isnât the same as striving for excellence. Hereâs how to spot when itâs sabotaging your mental healthâand what to do about it.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 9, 20252 min read
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The Psychology of Motivation: Why You Start Strong but Fade Fastâ
You set goals with excitementâonly to lose steam weeks (or days) later. Hereâs why motivation fizzles out and what actually keeps it alive.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 8, 20252 min read
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Why Praise Can Backfireâand How to Do It Right
âGood job!â seems harmlessâbut the wrong kind of praise can sabotage motivation and self-esteem. Hereâs how to praise so it actually helps.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 7, 20252 min read
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The Psychology of Procrastination: Why We Do It and How to Break Free
Youâre not lazyâyour brain is just wired to procrastinate. Hereâs the psychology behind it and science-backed strategies to actually get things done.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 6, 20252 min read
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7 Reasons to Consider a Psychoeducational Evaluation Before School Starts
A psychoeducational evaluation can unlock the support your child needsâhereâs why summer is the best time to get one done.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 5, 20252 min read
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Why Kids Resist Help (Even When They Clearly Need It)
Theyâre strugglingâyet push you away the minute you try to help. Hereâs why kids resist support, and what actually works instead.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 4, 20252 min read
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How to Create a Calm-Down Corner at Home (That Kids Actually Use)
A calm-down corner isnât a timeout chair. Itâs a safe space where kids learn to regulate big feelings. Hereâs exactly how to set one up.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 3, 20252 min read
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Signs Your Child May Need an Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Struggling with daily tasks, constant meltdowns, or fine motor delays? Here are the signs it might be time to consider an OT evaluation.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 2, 20252 min read
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Top 10 Summer Habits for Neurodivergent Kids (That Actually Work)
Summerâs supposed to be a breakâbut for neurodivergent kids, the lack of routine can make things chaotic. Hereâs how to keep calm and have fun.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 1, 20252 min read
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Common Mistakes Parents Make When Supporting Kids with Anxiety
Youâre trying to helpâbut some well-meaning parenting moves can actually make your childâs anxiety worse. Hereâs what to do instead.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 14, 20253 min read
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Why Your Teen is Always Tired: A Sleep Science Breakdown
If your teen is basically a grumpy raccoon until noon, thereâs a reasonâand itâs not laziness. Letâs talk circadian rhythms, not attitude problems.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 13, 20252 min read
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How We Onboard New Clients at Achieve (And Why Itâs Built for Busy Parents)
Therapy shouldnât feel like a second job. Hereâs how our streamlined, stress-free onboarding process actually respects your timeâand your inbox.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 12, 20252 min read
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25 Daily Routines That Support Mental Health (for Kids & Grownups)
No, you donât need a color-coded chore chart. Just a few simple daily routines can work wonders for your brainâand your kidâs.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 11, 20252 min read
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The Evolution of Autism Diagnosis: A Timeline of Change
From refrigerator moms to the neurodiversity movement, the story of autism diagnosis is full of bias, progress, and (finally) some damn nuance.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 10, 20253 min read
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How to Explain Executive Function to a Parent (Without Sounding Like a Robot)
Executive function sounds fancyâbut itâs really just the brainâs version of a personal assistant. Hereâs how to explain it without jargon overload.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 9, 20253 min read
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Confessions of a Therapist Mom: When I Donât Follow My Own Advice
I tell parents to stay calm, connected, and consistent. Then I yell at my kid because they spilled juice on my laptop. So yeah⌠letâs talk.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 8, 20253 min read
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Myths About ADHD That Need to Die Already
No, ADHD isnât caused by bad parenting, sugar, or screen time. Letâs torch the myths and give this diagnosis the respect it deserves.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 7, 20252 min read
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What Is a Psychoeducational Evaluation? (And Does My Child Need One?)
Heard the term âpsychoeducational evaluationâ and wondered if your child needs one? Here's what it actually meansâand how to know if itâs time.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 6, 20253 min read
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10 Surprising Benefits of Sensory Play for Kids (That Arenât Just About Messy Fun)
Sensory play isnât just a Pinterest parenting flexâitâs secretly doing a LOT of heavy lifting for your kidâs development.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 5, 20252 min read
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When Your Childâs Anxiety Looks Like Defiance
Not listening? Melting down over nothing? Your child might not be defiantâthey might be anxious. Here's how to tell the difference.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 4, 20253 min read
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