A Remarkable Legacy

A Remarkable Legacy

What began as a potluck in a church basement has grown into a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support for grieving children and their families. Ele’s Place was originally established in 1991 and named in honor of Ele Stover, who passed away in 1989...
Anxiety and High-Achieving Students

Anxiety and High-Achieving Students

In my Grand Rapids counseling office, I work with a lot of high school students who are doing great in school with classes, grades, extracurricular activities and all the other things that put them on track to get into the college of their choice. These are students...
That F-Word in Your House

That F-Word in Your House

No. I’m not talking about that F-word. I’m referring to the latest craze in video gaming that in just a few months has created a full-on cult following—mainly of tween and teenage boys but also girls, moms and celebrities. Even my kids’ teachers are...
The Week of Self-Care

The Week of Self-Care

With self-care initiatives on the rise, it’s the ideal time to live your best life and practice added care and concern for someone who greatly deserves it: YOU! There are so many fun and inventive ways to build yourself back up. MONDAY Because Mondays are the...