I’m back and today I will talk about the attachment style that is known as anxious/preoccupied/ambivalent attachment. For the purposes of simplicity I will refer to it as anxious attachment. I will once again talk about what this looks like through describing characteristics of both the caregiver and child as well as common beliefs someone […]

In my last blog post I went over what secure attachment looks like. Now I will provide a picture of what avoidant/dismissive attachment looks like. I’ll do this again by discussing what the caregivers usually are like, common characteristics of children who have experienced this type of attachment, and the common beliefs a person can […]

I’m back to continue the conversation on attachment, what it looks like, and why it should matter to believers of Jesus. Last time I spent time providing an introduction of attachment. Today I am going to dive deeper into what secure attachment looks like. I want to reiterate something I mentioned in my last blog […]

Do you have a teen in school right now who seems to be controlled by the opinions of others? Are they constantly worried what someone at school might think of them, what to wear to fit in, or if other people are mad at them? It seems to be a common theme as you observe […]

September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time to remember that mental health is not just a medical concern—it’s a spiritual and relational one too. As parents and caregivers, we have a sacred calling to nurture not only our children’s bodies and souls but also their emotional well-being. One of the most powerful ways we can […]

Parenting a child with ADHD invites us into a journey that is both uniquely challenging and deeply rewarding. As Christian parents, we are called to shepherd our children with wisdom, patience, and unconditional love—especially when they face challenges that others may not fully understand. ADHD isn’t just a behavior issue; it involves real, brain-based differences […]

If December is known for being packed with events, obligations, and emotional overload, then May—especially for parents, teachers, and students—deserves its own label: Maycember. It’s the season of awards nights, final projects, sports banquets, graduation parties, teacher gifts, and a calendar that seems to mock your need for sleep and margin. And unlike December, May comes […]

Parenting is challenging, especially during times of crisis. College Park Church’s Family Advocacy Ministry supports families navigating difficult seasons, offering a network of care and practical assistance. Whether facing financial hardship, illness, or other life disruptions, this ministry provides resources to help families stay together and thrive. By offering support such as meals, mentorship, and […]

Whether you are looking at the Bible or psychology, both would indicate that “anger issues” are the result of something deeper and below the surface. Whether this be physical factors affecting someone’s disposition towards anger, other situations going on in the child’s life leading to angry outbursts, or simply having unjust reasons for anger, there […]

Imagine with me that you’re seven-years-old and heading back to school. I know, maybe thinking of yourself as a second grader again doesn’t bring back the best memories. Anyone else remember the bowl haircut from the eighties? Now think about a kid entering school again or maybe for the first time. Back to school pictures […]