Internal Family Systems Therapy, Part 2
Part 1 of this article series discussed the difference between being parts-led vs self-led. We will now learn more about …
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The Shape of Our Identity
Why Our Family of Origin Matters Family dynamics are complex, shaped not only by individual personalities but also by the …
A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words
Family Fun and Missed Expectations Summertime often includes family beach vacations, road trips, and family reunions. They can be the …
Codependency
(Part 2) What were you taught about your humanity? As we continue the conversation on codependency, I invite you to …
Navigating Family Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season can be an enjoyable time of togetherness and celebration. Families who have moved away might be able …
Setting Limits with Love
Empowering Parents to Set Healthy Boundaries with Kids As a parent and a therapist who works with children, I have …
Addressing “Mom Guilt”
Being a mother is quite complex. It is a combination of many joyful and challenging moments. There are times when …
Life Transitions
Making Peace with Change Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “there is a time for everything and a season for every activity under …
Putting Thoughts on Trial
“Of course that happened! I’m not good enough, remember?!” “I messed this family time up again, like always!” “Don’t answer …
Overcoming New School Year Stress
The beginning of a new school year is filled with excitement and opportunity, along with plenty of stress and fear. …
Forgiveness
STRONG OR WEAK? The word ‘forgiveness’ can often elicit a variety of emotions. Before you read any further, I invite …
The Waters We Swim In
Over the past year, I participated in narrative-focused trauma training at The Allender Center. The program is centered around learning …
Finding Routine in the Midst of Summer
In the midst of summertime, any sort of routine or ritual may feel like it gets thrown out the window. …
Meet Lauren Hamrick, MS, EdS, LPC, RPT, CPCS
Hello! I’m Lauren Hamrick. I am thrilled to be connected with Restoration Counseling of Atlanta! What is your background and …
Accepting Your Family For Who They Are
With the upcoming holidays, you’re probably thinking a lot about your family (parents, caretakers, and siblings). You’re probably anticipating spending …
A New Baby in the Home
Finding and Creating Balance Adjusting to a new baby is a major life change! It is essential to be as …
Compassion-led Parenting
“That’s the thing. I don’t really know how to parent!” These were the words that were whispered to me in …
Parenting Styles and Why They Matter
There probably will not be much argument when I say that parenting can be challenging- full of joys and fun …
Relationship University: Lesson 2
Lesson 2 Using Signposts and Effective Communication Jeremiah 31:21a Set up road markers for yourself; establish signposts! Keep the highway …
Managing Your Family
Looking to the Future It’s a new year, and I spent the end of 2020 thinking forward to ten years …