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Soiling the Nest: Why You Might Be Picking Fights Before Graduation (And How to Handle It)
Navigating the transition from high school to adulthood can feel overwhelming. Explore relatable resources for teens about emotional regulation, leaving home, and maintaining connections with family and friends. Find TikTok, Instagram, blog, and Substack recommendations that offer real, validating advice for handling "soiling the nest" moments — and tips for communicating with parents during this big life change.
Alexa Griffith
6 days ago6 min read
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You're Not Too Sensitive—You Might Have RSD (And No, You're Not Making It Up)
If you’ve ever spiraled after a short text, cried over constructive feedback, or thought someone’s silence meant you did something wrong—you might be dealing with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. And no, you're not too sensitive. You’re wired for deep care. 💛
Alexa Griffith
Apr 163 min read
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Play Therapy: How Kids Heal Through Play
Play therapy isn’t about “fixing” a child. It’s about creating a safe space where they can feel seen, heard, and understood—so they can heal
Alexa Griffith
Feb 34 min read


Supporting Kids Through Divorce: A Trauma-Informed Approach to the First Conversation
Tailoring the conversation to your child’s specific needs is key to fostering emotional safety and understanding.
Alexa Griffith
Jan 73 min read
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Thanksgiving Turkey or a Flaming Turd? Appreciating Thanksgiving in 2020
Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace...

Alexa Griffith
Nov 24, 20203 min read
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Narcissus Does Not Live Here: Zoom Fatigue and Crappy Self Image
Narcissuses was a character from Greek mythology who could not look away from his own reflection. He fell in love with his reflection in...

Alexa Griffith
Oct 22, 20205 min read
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Its Time For Family Feud: Election Season Edition
Adult children can have different political views and raise their own children with their same values, which may or may not hold.

Alexa Griffith
Sep 23, 20205 min read
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Canceled: No Grace For You
“People are hard to hate up close. Move in.”- Brené Brown In my practice, I talk a LOT about gratitude. Sometimes I find myself in a...

Alexa Griffith
Sep 17, 20204 min read
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