by Kristen Craren | Oct 20, 2020 | General
We tend to underestimate the importance of our identity and worth. It seems to be a universal human experience this idea that we do not know why we are here nor how important and vital our individual existence actually is. This mystery; who am I and what is my worth...
by Kristen Craren | Aug 11, 2020 | General
Holy cow there is nothing to do. You probably hear this or something like this a lot nowadays with the current state of the world. Everything from weddings to family vacays looks completely different now than it did a year ago or if they happen, they aren’t exactly...
by Kristen Craren | Aug 10, 2020 | Children, General, Relationships
Hundreds of new clients seek counseling with me each year asking for a change in their lives. Some want to change the quality of their relationships, some desire direction and some are looking for a change in the family dynamic -namely with their young children who...
by Kristen Craren | Aug 10, 2020 | Children, General
Trauma. It used to be like a taboo word right? Fortunately, as time passes it is becoming less taboo, which means we know more about it because it is happening more, right? Well, it never stopped happening, it’s just more common to openly discuss it. That’s good news...
by Kristen Craren | Aug 10, 2020 | Children, General
We are all in this together! I keep hearing that, but never have I felt more alone. I am a social person, I thrive on the connections I share with my family, friends, and co-workers. I know this is heavy- so let me explain. Yesterday was a really hard day for me, and...
by Kristen Craren | Aug 10, 2020 | General
What Day is it Again! I have been thinking about how all of our days seem to run together and how usually by the end of the day, I have forgotten what day it even is. The beginning of my day starts out fine, I know what day it is, I look at my planner, see what I have...