Mental Health Insight
Summer Break and Big Feelings: Helping Kids Adjust to Routine Changes
By: Daisy S. Vergara, LMHC, RPT-S Summer break can sound like it should feel easier. No school drop-off rush. No homework battles. More time outside. More time together. But for many families, summer does not always feel calm. Some kids have more meltdowns. You may...
Why Your Child May Be More Overwhelmed Right Now (And What to Do About It)
By: Daisy Surjo Vergara, LMHC Noticing more meltdowns, overwhelm, or repeated behaviors in your child this spring? The end of the school year can be a lot for kids. Child behavior therapy Renton can help families understand what may be underneath these behaviors and...
Why Your Child May Be More Overwhelmed Right Now (And What to Do About It)
By: Ohana Behavioral Health Team If your child feels more overwhelmed at the end of the school year, you’re not alone. You might be noticing more lately… You might be seeing more meltdowns. More pushback.More irritability over small things. Even in a child who was...
5 Signs Your Child May Need Therapy (And What Parents Often Miss)
By: Daisy S. Vergara, NCC, LMHC, RPT-S Many parents wonder if their child needs therapy.The signs are not always obvious. In many cases, children show stress through behavior long before they have the words to explain what they are feeling. “Is this just a phase?”“Or...
January Mental Health: Why January Isn’t a Reset, It’s a Recovery Period
By Daisy S. Vergara, LMHC January shows up with pressure.Fresh starts. Big goals. Better habits. January mental health struggles are common, even though we’re told this month should feel motivating. Most people aren’t ready for that. And nothing is wrong with you if...
You Are Not Alone: Honoring Survivors of Suicide Loss
By: Ohana Behavioral Health Team Honoring a Day of Remembrance For many, the holiday season brings a mix of emotions — moments of connection intertwined with quiet grief.International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, observed each year in November, honors those who have...
Gratitude as a Mental Health Practice This Thanksgiving Season
November often brings a mix of emotions — excitement for the holidays, but also stress, fatigue, or even grief. At Ohana Behavioral Health, we believe gratitude and mental health go hand in hand. Practicing gratitude can be a gentle reset for both mind and body,...
October and Mental Health Awareness: Why This Month Matters
By: Daisy Surjo Vergara, MS, NCC, LMHC- CEO & Founder When we think of October, we often picture cozy sweaters, pumpkins on porches, and the first crisp days of fall. But October is also a month filled with reminders about mental health. Across the U.S. and around...
