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Jennifer Kogan, MSW, RSW, LICSW

Compassion Focused Counseling and Consultation in Washington, DC and Ontario, Canada

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Below are some posts I have written for families.

How to let go of those summer struggles

June 28, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Summer is here and schedules are less rigid. This can be a delight but it can also feel like a heavy load sometimes. It’s easy to feel wistful for the the old, dependable pattern of school, homework, and bedtime. What can we do to let go of those summer struggles?

Filed Under: Families, Parents Tagged With: awareness, power struggles, relaxing, self care, summer, tools

“That’s a Clown Question, Bro’.” Teaching our kids to know and think for themselves

June 20, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Did you hear Washington National’s outfielder, Bryce Harper’s answer last week to a reporter’s question? He was asked whether or not he was going to go out for a beer after the game. Harper is underage and answered the question with great self-possession. He quipped smoothly and efficiently, “That’s a clown question, bro.” Underneath Harper’s cool […]

Filed Under: Families, Parents Tagged With: bryce harper, clown question, emotional coach, feelings

Dealing with the loss of a husband or father on Father’s Day and everyday

June 14, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Historians seeking an ancient precedent for an official Father’s Day observance have come up with only one: The Romans, every February, honored fathers-but only those who were deceased. More recent 20th century history offers more than one proponent of a day to honor fathers. However, Father’s Day actually didn’t become an official holiday until 1972 when President […]

Filed Under: Families, Individuals, Parents Tagged With: cope, death, father's day, grief, honor, loss, suggestions

Reconnecting to YOU through the Creative process

June 4, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

We moms are so busy that sometimes we lose the connection to our creative selves. Read on for some thoughts/resources on how to find your “flow” and help bring your heart and mind together from Guest Blogger, Amy Tatsumi. What makes you feel alive?  What allows you to be connected to your true self? For […]

Filed Under: Couples, Families, Individuals, New Dads, New Moms, New Parents, Parents, Postpartum Depression Tagged With: Amy Tatsumi, art, art therapy, busy, creativity, flow, mommy wars, mothers. moms, overwhelmed, reconnect, self, self care, stress

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