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Jennifer Kogan, MSW, RSW, LICSW

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

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Take a look at some posts I have written about parents.

How To Feel Closer To Your Family While Raising a Family

May 10, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Ever look at the person you married and ask yourself, “What happened to us? We used to be so close and feel so connected.” Being one half of a couple with kids can feel awfully lonely sometimes. The good news is that you are in good company. Read more about what to do about this common phenomenon.

Filed Under: Articles, Families, New Parents, Parents Tagged With: connection, Couples, Gottman, Harville Hendrix, intimacy, kids, love, Marriage, parents, romance

Kindness & Community = Bully Prevention Strategies that Work

May 9, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Like many other topics that are covered in the media, the issue of bullying is a worrisome one. Many parents are fearful that their child will be bullied at school.  Luckily, there are powerful ways we can support our children so they have something to fall back on should the situation arise. One emerging approach […]

Filed Under: Couples, Families, Individuals, New Dads, New Moms, New Parents, Parents Tagged With: bullying, kindness, lafayette elementary school, linda ryden, media, mindfulness, teaching peace

Incorporating a “special playtime” to strengthen your connection with your child

April 30, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

This week I am pleased to share a guest blog from my colleague, Edie Schatz who has a private practice in Columbia, MD where she works with young, school age, and adolescent children, and their families.  Edie is passionate about helping parents strengthen their relationships with their children throughout development using play. She is also available to speak to […]

Filed Under: Families, Parents Tagged With: busy parents, connection, Edie Schatz, emotions, feelings, Floor time, LICSW, manage feelings, quality time, special time

What you tell yourself really matters

April 23, 2012 by Jennifer Kogan

Here’s the scenario: The baby was up one extra time in the night and you’re feeling groggy this morning. Despite your exhaustion, you manage to get your three year-old ready for school and successfully load both kids into the car. On the way, you all sing and joke around together. Upon arrival, you congratulate yourself […]

Filed Under: Families, Individuals, New Dads, New Moms, New Parents, Parents Tagged With: automatic negative thoughts, baby, exhaustion, John Kabat Zinn, kindness, mindful awareness, mindfulness, mistakes, mom

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