When I started my career in counseling in 2011 I almost never heard children say suicidal comments. However, as Bob Dylan says, “times are a-changing”. I now get at least one child a week coming to see me because they made such a comment to their parents and/ or school. I believe this is […]
Changes…
Hello! The past couple of months I have been working hard as we transition away from the name KC Family Counseling under Dipoto Counseling Group, and into our new name, Summit Ridge Counseling Group. I have changed the name to represent our new direction of adding more providers and laying our roots in Lee’s Summit, […]
4 Simple tips to help kids with anxiety, depression, and ADHD
Here are four simple tips to help your kids improve their mental health, especially for kids with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. 1. Exercise. We know how exercise improves our overall health, but research is clear that it helps our brain function and reduces mental health symptoms. USA Today published a study three years ago that […]
Moving Down South…
For almost three years I have been practicing in the northern suburbs of Kansas City and loved it! I have counseled 300-500 families, couples, children, and adults over that time and have had the honor of seeing those patients grow, change, and become more healthy. It has been a joy! As 2019 ends and 2020 […]
Helping Your Kid Thrive as School Starts!
It seems like it is still the middle of summer, but reality is about to hit… school starts in two weeks!!! Starting school can be a very stressful time for parents, as well as for our kids. Here’s a quick list of ways to help them (and you) start off the school year well! Make […]