KDH COUNSELING TEAM BLOG

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Children

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Is it Teen Angst or a Mental Health Issue?

KDH Team: Jan 29, 2026, 7:01:51 AM

This is a question parents often ask when they call to set up an appointment for their teen. Teenagers are often emotional, "difficult" to be around, isolate in their rooms, and with today's social media epidemic - they tend to "always" be on their phones. Some of these are normal developmental issues, i.e. teen angst, however some are indicators...

The image features a warm and inviting office space designed for child therapy, with soft pastel colors adorning the walls. A cozy reading nook is set up with plush cushions and a small bookshelf filled with children's books. In one corner, a colorful rug is spread out, surrounded by various toys, art supplies, and a sand tray, inviting imaginative play. A gentle light filters through sheer curtains, creating a calm atmosphere. On the walls, framed artwork created by children adds a personal touch, while a small plant in the window corner brings a bit of nature indoors. A therapy chair, designed for comfort, sits across from a child-sized chair, symbolizing the connection between therapist and child. The space reflects a nurturing environment where emotions can be explored and relationships fostered, embodying the essence of early childhood mental health.

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Big Feelings in Little Bodies: Early Childhood Mental Health

Lisa LaRochelle, LCSW-BACS: Jul 9, 2025, 6:54:36 PM

Hello there! I’m Lisa LaRochelle, and I’m so excited to be part of the team at KDH Counseling as a child therapist. If you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher-or someone raising a tiny human-I’d love to share a bit about what I do and why I love it so much. My work is rooted in early childhood mental health, supporting young children and the adults...

Children Therapy Child Development

Pinky promise | Teen Therapy and Parents

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Three's Company: The Parent, Child & Therapist Relationship Explained

KDH Team: Jul 6, 2022, 2:21:15 PM

When a parent decides to begin teen therapy, there are a lot of feelings that accompany that decision. There is a tremendous amount of pressure on parents to be everything for their children-provider, comforter, mentor, etc. So, it is safe to assume that if their child requires professional intervention regarding their emotions or behavior it...

Children Teens Therapy