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522 N New Ballas, Suite 163
St. Louis, MO 63141
Monday – Saturday
Sunday CLOSED
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314-942-1147
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For many families in St. Louis, Missouri, back-to-school season is exciting, shopping for supplies, meeting new teachers, and reconnecting with friends. But for some children and teens, the return to school brings something different: anxiety, fear, and emotional stress.
When people think about depression, they often picture cold winter days and dark skies. But for many Americans, emotional struggles actually begin in the summer. Known as Summertime Seasonal Affective Disorder (Summertime SAD), this condition affects an estimated millions of people across the United States. While winter SAD is more commonly discussed, summer depression is very real and can quietly disrupt your energy, sleep, mood, and daily life.
Childhood today looks very different from what many parents remember. Years ago, kids spent evenings outside, shared family dinners, and disconnected naturally. Technology, social media, academic pressure, and constant comparison were not part of daily life.
When someone you care about is struggling with a mental illness, it’s normal to feel helpless, confused, or even afraid of saying the wrong thing. Many families ask us, “What can I really do to help?”
Summer break is an exciting time for kids and families. It offers space to relax, explore new interests, and build meaningful memories together. But without routine, many children can feel bored, disconnected, anxious, or overstimulated.
Divorce is never easy, especially for children. While adults may understand why a relationship ends, kids often feel confused, scared, angry, or even responsible for the separation. Learning how to support your child emotionally during and after a divorce can make a lifelong difference in their mental health and relationships.
Mental health therapy is more accepted today than ever, yet many people still avoid getting help because of common myths. These misunderstandings can stop individuals from receiving the support they deserve. Knowing the facts can make it easier to take the first step toward better emotional health.
Every teacher has that student. The one who seems to find conflict in every interaction, who pushes back on every instruction, who ends up in the principal’s office more than the classroom. Every parent of that child carries a weight that’s hard to describe, the calls from school, the conferences, the sense that something is wrong but no one quite knows what to do about it.
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY PRACTICE PROVIDES FREE TRAINING TO HUNDREDS OF PARENTS & EDUCATORS (St. Louis, Missouri): Dr. Lena Pearlman and her husband Dr. Bryan Pearlman have spent the majority of 2016 traveling to schools, district offices, and community meeting spaces to help educate and train parents and educators about mental health related issues that impact school age children and teens.
Everyone wants to feel happier, calmer, and more balanced, especially with today’s busy schedules and daily stress. The good news? Small, consistent habits can make a big difference in your mood and overall mental health.