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Parenting an Anxious Child? Avoid These Top 5 Mistakes
Struggling to support your anxious child? Discover 5 common parenting mistakes that may be fueling their anxiety—and learn what to do instead to help them feel safe, confident, and emotionally resilient.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
5 days ago4 min read


When Your Child Refuses to Sleep Alone: How to Support Kids with Separation Anxiety and Bedtime Fears
Struggling with bedtime battles? Learn how to help your anxious child sleep independently with therapist-backed strategies.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Jun 236 min read


Parenting a Depressed Teen
Teenagers are emotional by design. But depression is different. It's not just being “moody” or sleeping in on weekends. It's like someone hit the dimmer switch on their entire life. Your once chatty kid might now communicate in grunts. The honor roll student starts failing chemistry. The soccer lover suddenly has zero interest in lacing up cleats. Keep reading to learn the difference between the typical teenage years and clinical depression.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jun 165 min read


“It’s Not Just Puppy Love”: Supporting Your Teen or College Student Through a Breakup
Breakups are messy. They’re painful. They’re also a deeply human experience that builds emotional resilience. If you approach your teen or young adult with empathy, patience, and a willingness to walk beside them—not lecture from ahead—you’ll help them learn one of life’s most valuable skills: how to grieve, heal, and grow stronger on the other side.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jun 25 min read


How to Survive Your First Year of College: A Guide for Students and Parents
The first year of college comes with big changes, living away from home, new routines, and emotional ups and downs. This blog offers practical tips for students adjusting to campus life and guidance for parents supporting them through the transition.

Jade Brier
May 265 min read


7 Things Your Child's Therapist Wants You to Know
Parenting a child with anxiety can be tough. Learn 7 things therapists want parents to know to help your child thrive in therapy and build emotional resilience.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
May 195 min read


Helping Kids Manage Social Anxiety at Graduation or End-of-School-Year Parties
This blog offers a practical and compassionate approach to helping kids manage social anxiety in the context of graduation or end-of-school-
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
May 136 min read


5 Reasons Why Summer Is a Great Time to Start Therapy
Summer can be the perfect time to start therapy. With school on pause, kids and teens have more flexibility to focus on their mental health. At La Jolla Therapy Center, we help young people build coping skills and confidence—so they’re ready to head into the school year stronger and more supported.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Apr 293 min read


How to Tell Your Children You're Getting a Divorce: A Child and Adolescent Therapist's Perspective
Divorce is never easy, but a thoughtful and child-centered approach can make all the difference in helping children cope with this change.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Apr 1512 min read


How Parents Can Help Their Teen Pick the Right College: A San Diego Parent’s Guide
Help your teen choose the right college in San Diego with tips on location, dorm life, and mental health impact.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Apr 810 min read


The Digital Dilemma: How Social Media Fuels Anxiety in Teenagers
This blog explains how social media affects anxiety and offers solutions.

Jade Brier
Mar 257 min read


Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health in the Age of Political Anxiety
Learn how to help your child cope with political anxiety and support their mental health in today’s challenging political climate.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Mar 77 min read


Parents in Therapy Sessions Are the Plot Twist Every Child Needs
Therapy isn’t just about helping your child, it’s about helping your whole family function and communicate better.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Feb 285 min read


The Anxiety Trap: How Over-Accommodation Keeps Parents (and Kids) Stuck
The goal isn’t to eliminate your child’s anxiety. It’s to help them learn that they can feel anxious and still face life head-on.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Feb 215 min read


Valentine’s Day and Friendship Anxiety: Helping Kids Navigate Relationships and Emotions
Struggling with friendship anxiety this Valentine’s Day? Learn how to help your child or teen navigate social pressures and manage anxiety.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Feb 135 min read


CBT Treatment for Kids and Teens with Anxiety: The Gold Standard of Care
Discover how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help kids and teens in San Diego manage anxiety.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Feb 115 min read


How to Travel with Your Anxious Child or Teen: Tips for a Smooth Plane Ride
This blog will help parents learn how to prepare their anxious child or teen for a successful travel experience.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Feb 76 min read


Why College Acceptance is Stressing Out Your Middle Schooler
Let’s break down why your middle schooler is already carrying the weight of Ivy League expectations—and how you can help.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Feb 15 min read


Parenting an Anxious Child: Surviving Meltdowns and Disagreements
Let’s dive into the whirlwind world of parenting an anxious child—and managing the disagreements that often come with it.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jan 245 min read


A Guide to Finding the Right Online Therapist for Your Teen
If you’re on a mission to find an online therapist for your teen, keep reading.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jan 174 min read
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