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HANDLING “HARD TO HANDLE NEWS”
Watch Janice Zitelman, LCSW Somedays when I look at news feeds and see people homeless and broken through war, floods, or fire; or know...
Janice Zitelman
Mar 132 min read
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What Parents Can Expect From Play Therapy
Yes, the children do play, but there is more to it than just playing. Play is a way that children are able to communicate as well as work.
Celeste Inman
Feb 142 min read
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Exploring the Power of Play Therapy: Definition and Benefits for Children
What is Play Therapy anyway? Brittany Christiansen, LPC, RPT on Play Therapy The term “play therapy” gets used often in the therapy...
Brittany Christiansen, LPC
Jan 152 min read
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Understanding and Managing Grief Through the Holidays
In addition to understanding the 5 stages of grief, there is also a dual processing model of coping.
Leniada "Lennie" Rodriguez
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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Parenting an adoptive child can be a thrill ride!
Adoptive families utilize clinical service at triple the rate reported by families formed by birth. (Howard, Smith & Ryan, 2004);...
Denise Flores Guillen
Feb 17, 20242 min read
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Coming Home for the Holidays
Our college kids will be headed home for Thanksgiving or some may have to stay on campus to prepare for finals and be home in December...
The Vine Wellness Group
Nov 16, 20234 min read
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The Vine Wellness Group's Cost-Conscious Counseling Program
Low Cost Counseling Program Highlights at The Vine Wellness Group in San Antonio, TX and Spring Branch, TX
The Vine Wellness Group
Oct 14, 20232 min read
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What Exactly IS EMDR?
What is EMDR? The mind can heal itself naturally, in the same way the body does. Much of the natural coping mechanism occurs during...
Denise Flores Guillen
Sep 18, 20235 min read
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COMAL ISD Teacher Resources: Teacher (Wellness) Refresh 2023-24
The counselors at The Vine Wellness Group have observed a growing number of teachers and school staff struggling to manage the added...
Annie Viers
Aug 16, 20232 min read
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Parenting Neurodivergent Kids
What is Neurodivergence, what do parents need to consider when parenting neurodivergent kids, and how can we best help them.
Madison Karasek
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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Progress over Perfection
Wait…I’m not perfect?!? When I started my experience with The Vine Wellness Group as a graduate student, I thought I had all the skills I...
Stephen Trotter
May 15, 20232 min read
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Where is Your Community?
Finding community is essential in your wellness journey.
Janice Zitelman
Apr 15, 20232 min read
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How Do I Find The Right Therapist?
There are many options for therapy services. Online, in-person, play, music and dance are all different modalities used to initiate the...
The Vine Wellness Group
Mar 15, 20233 min read
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Looking to Strengthen Your Relationship? Here's How...
During the month of January, our counselor staff is reading and reviewing the book "Attached. How the science of adult attachment can...
Annie Viers
Jan 14, 20232 min read
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‘TIS THE SEASON: MANAGING ANXIETY THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAYS
Though the trials and tribulations brought about by family gatherings aren’t always predictable, having practices in place to regulate...
The Vine Wellness Group
Dec 15, 20222 min read
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#WEARERESILIENT: Identifying Signs of an Abusive Partner
With October’s arrival signaling the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, The Vine Wellness Group implores the remembrance of...
The Vine Wellness Group
Oct 15, 20222 min read
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SENDING YOUR KIDDO OFF TO COLLEGE?
AVOID THESE COMMON MIS-STEPS BEFORE SAYING ‘GOODBYE!’ Let’s face it: accepting that your little ones aren’t so little anymore can be...
The Vine Wellness Group
Aug 12, 20223 min read
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