The blog posts, FAQs, and other resources on this website are provided for general educational purposes only. They are not medical advice or individualized mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and they do not replace an evaluation or care from a qualified healthcare professional.

Every child and family is different. The behaviors, examples, and strategies discussed here may not apply to your situation and should not be used to diagnose yourself or your child. Please consult a qualified mental health professional or your child’s healthcare provider about specific concerns. Do not disregard professional advice or delay seeking care because of something you have read on this website.

Reading this content does not establish a therapist–client relationship. Therapy services with Vanessa Fowlkes, LMSW, are provided under clinical supervision and arranged separately through Safe Place Counseling.

This website is not a crisis service. In the United States, call or text 988 for support with suicidal thoughts or emotional distress. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Do not wait for a response to a website message when urgent help is needed. National Institute of Mental Health