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About skywatcher7544

I am a therapist with SLCO Division of Youth Services. I have worked at Youth Services for over 18 years in one capacity or another. I currently do In Home Therapeutic Services and love it. I really enjoy working with teens and their families!!!

How To Be A Better Friend

Posted on May 17, 2012

I was at a girl’s conference recently and one of the speakers talked about 5 ways to be a better friend. 1 – Get Thicker Skin. In other words, don’t be so sensitive.  We all, at least at times, have had … Continue reading →

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“Am I Ugly” Videos Damaging for Teens Self Esteem

Posted on April 2, 2012

So I was on Yahoo the other day looking over the news when I was surprised to see the following heading:  Teens ask, “Am I ugly” on YouTube.  I decided to check this out for myself on YouTube and was … Continue reading →

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To Medicate or Not to Medicate (Teens and Mental Health)

Posted on March 2, 2011

The suggestion of medication to assist with mental health issues can be a difficult one for many, especially teens. As a Youth Services therapist, the most common reason I hear for a teen not wanting to take medication is that … Continue reading →

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Foster Better Family Relationships through Communication

Posted on August 12, 2010

As a therapist the one thing I see over and over again with teens and their parents is poor communication. Both sides often feel they aren’t being heard and both sides are often right.  Listening, truly hearing what the other person … Continue reading →

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