Blog & Events

  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...

Especially after the Covid pandemic in 2020, the word “trauma” has been used more and more. It’s not uncommon to hear someone describe their meeting at work or their experience reading a sad book as “traumatizing;” sometimes people ascribe trauma symptoms to...

There are many reasons why families choose to participate in play therapy for their children. Every family has their own specific reason to start on the adventure. Regardless of your how or why being honest and open through the process benefits a family and the child....

Relationships are beautiful, intricate partnerships that require constant effort and understanding. While they bring joy and fulfillment, they also face challenges and roadblocks along the way. It is during these difficult times that couples counseling can be a...

Infidelity is a complex and deeply painful experience that can rock the foundation of a relationship. While there is no single cause for infidelity, it is important to explore the factors that can contribute to it. In this blog, we will delve into some common reasons...

Infidelity can shatter the trust and emotional bond in a relationship, leaving both partners feeling hurt, betrayed, and uncertain about the future. However, it is possible to rebuild and repair the damage caused by infidelity through couples counseling. In this blog,...

Family therapy, also known as family counseling or systemic therapy, is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on improving the relationships and dynamics within a family unit. While it is often sought out during times of crisis or conflict, family therapy can...

“We need to have a family meeting…” we said to our 9 and 11 year old girls. One was excited to hear whatever interesting thing was about to happen, and one was apprehensive. This is how things roll in our house. We have child with anxiety. We have one child with lots...

Humans have a deep need for recognition. Whether that's for unloading the dishwasher or executing your work project with a little extra oomph. We want those efforts recognized. We want them seen and praised. When they aren't, we are left feeling frustrated, sometimes...

Feelings are so powerful and it can be hard to know how to talk about them with our kids. How did  you learn about feelings? How do we learn about feelings? How do we teach our kids about feelings?  Do you remember in grade school singing If You’re Happy and You Know...

I’m often asked “What is play therapy and how does it work?”. I LOVE this question! As a Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor, I love play therapy! I am passionate about supporting growing therapists and families to learn more about what play therapy is and how it...

Sometimes this is called a custody plan or a custody arrangement. It depends on where you live and what the common phrasing is in that region. However, they all pretty much mean the same thing.  A parenting plan is a document that governs HOW you and your children’s...

When going through a divorce, parents ALWAYS tell me, “I want my kids to get through this with as little pain and anxiety as possible.” Without fail. Every time. They just have no idea how to do this. Parents have these huge motivators, and they work so hard to keep...

RSVP for the Group WHERE IT WILL TAKE PLACE:5665 Dallas Parkway #150, Frisco, TX 75034 WHEN IT WILL HAPPEN:Saturdays 2-4:30pm,March 25th-May 6th (skipping April 15th) WHO SHOULD COME:Parents of children from 3 years to 8 years of age who are looking for support in...

You know that moment when you can’t find your phone because you're talking on it, there are cheerios all over the floor, the chair and the kids' hair, sounds are coming from every direction and then your kid throws their half empty cup on the floor? The madness that...