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What Makes Parenting So Hard? Tell Us Your Story.

Every parent reaches that moment—the question that lingers after a meltdown in the grocery store or another bedtime battle: “Am I doing this right?” From managing toddler tantrums to navigating...

Richard Hoffman Ph.D. May 22, 2025

A Spring Reset for Your Family: Strategies for Moving from Stress to Strength

Spring isn’t just a time for cleaning out closets and opening windows — it’s the perfect season for a reset in every area of family life. As the school year...

Richard Hoffman Ph.D. May 14, 2025

Marriage is the Foundation of a Strong Family and Community

Marriage is more than just a legal contract—it is the foundation of strong families and healthy societies. Research consistently shows that children raised in homes with both biological, married parents...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. March 4, 2025

Medication-Assisted Treatment vs. Abstinence-Based Recovery: Two Approaches to Addiction Treatment

Addiction recovery is a challenging journey, and the treatment approaches can vary significantly. Two prominent methods, harm reduction, and abstinence-based recovery, have distinct goals and philosophies. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), a...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. January 21, 2025

The Diagnosis Dilemma

A recent article in Psychology Today, “Diagnosed as an Adult,” explores the growing trend of individuals being diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders in later adulthood, such as ADHD and Autism Spectrum...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. October 8, 2024

Violence and Vulnerability

In light of recent events that include school shootings in Georgia, threats of violence in Ridgeway, Pennsylvania, and the assassination attempts of our former president in Butler, Pennsylvania, and most...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. September 17, 2024

Young woman sharing her story at group therapy session in rehab

The Power of TAG Groups: A Journey Beyond Individual Therapy

Introduction:In the journey of healing and personal growth, many individuals seek counseling to address their challenges. At Christian Counseling Associates (CCA), those seeking help are always initially recommended to individual...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. August 27, 2024

Celebrity Overdose: The Hidden Dangers and Medical Accountability in Addiction Treatment

In October of 2023, we wrote about the impact of addiction as we witnessed the tragic death of Matthew Perry, beloved for his role as Chandler Bing in Friends. Recently,...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. August 19, 2024

Why Early Intervention for Adolescent Addictive Behaviors is Crucial: Key Risks and Warning Signs

Addiction among adolescents is a growing concern, and early intervention is crucial in preventing long-term consequences. The teenage years are a critical period for brain development, making adolescents more vulnerable...

Alex Hoffman, L.A.P.C. August 13, 2024