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Grief happens to all of us. It touches us all at some point in our lives. It is a normal response to a major loss. When it comes to helping a child navigate the choppy waters of grief, however, many of us parents find ourselves at a loss. How can we support our...

The postpartum period, also known as the fourth trimester, is a critical time for new mothers, marked by significant bodily changes. Following childbirth, women experience a sharp decline in hormone levels, which can trigger various symptoms including hair loss, night...

Let’s talk about Sex, Baby…. When should we start talking to kids about sex? This is an important conversation to have with kids and it actually starts at a really young age and then progresses throughout childhood. Just like anything, it is done in developmentally...

Even beginning to consider the IVF journey creates emotional ups and downs, uncertainties and stressors. The sheer complexity of the process can take a toll on one's mental and emotional well-being. At New Roots Counseling Frisco, we are no strangers to the process of...

I'm Katie Zuverink, I'm a children's therapist, adolescent therapist, and a parenting specialist in Frisco, Texas. So today we're going to be talking about time management for your kids and how you can encourage and empower that. So you're not running around chasing...

  The answer to this question is complex - but we are going to do our best to break it down for you. It all starts with the prefrontal cortex. The Prefrontal Cortex Unveiled: Situated at the front of the brain, the prefrontal cortex is our neural command center...

  In the fast-paced world we live in, it's common for many of us to experience anxiety. Whether it's the pressure of deadlines at work, awkward social interactions, or family drama we’re not sure how to handle… anxiety can manifest itself in various forms....

  We usually think of the holiday season as a time of joy, togetherness, and merriment. However, for lots of folks, it can also bring up feelings of anxiety and stress. From the pressure to meet expectations and create the "perfect" holiday to the added financial...

  The Holidays are coming and for kids and parents that can mean a big change in routine with kids out of school, dinners with friends and family and parties galore! Sounds fun, right? Well, when we have children who have anxiety, these changes in routines can...

  As our kiddos get older and are figuring “stuff” out, it’s a privilege for us when they come to us as parents for our help. Also as parents, we often want to solve all of our kids' problems; from talking to that stinker’s mama who said those hateful things to...

  Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - formerly known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - are common conditions that affect millions of children and teenagers worldwide. These conditions can create significant challenges in academic, social, and...

   All right. Hi, I'm Megan Jackson. I am a kiddo therapist and parenting specialist, and I'm here to teach y'all how to set limits with your kids and help them process their behaviors and feelings. So we got our kiddo and they are playing in the playroom with...

  We know that looking for a counselor for your child can be incredibly overwhelming. And there is a whole world of information out there… But what exactly should you take into consideration? We want to help you sort it all out. Whether you come see us or go see...

  Navigating the “Impossible” Skills for Teen Girls to Embrace Their Power   WHAT: 6-week skill-building group course WHO: Adolescent girls aged 13 to 15; group is capped at 8 participants WHEN: Monday evenings from 7-8pm October 2 through November 6 WHERE:...

  Have you ever felt like your brain was out of your control? Like the thoughts and beliefs you are experiencing in response to the events in your life are keeping you in a loop of fear, shame, guilt, and helplessness? If so, you might have experienced trauma....

Co-Parenting is a common term for families going through separation or divorce. What it looks like between each family is as unique as a person’s fingerprint, it looks different for everyone. Most times, co-parenting comes with many challenges within the family...

The lazy days of summer are coming to an end (not that our weather realizes it), and that means it's time to shift gears and embrace our back-to-school season. As parents, one of the biggest challenges we face is getting our kids back into the routine of going to...

New Roots Counseling joined other Frisco businesses to welcome over 800 new teachers to the Frisco ISD in August! This year’s theme was “Teachers are our Super Heroes” and at New Roots Counseling, we could not agree more. We see so many children and adolescents, and...