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When Kids Are Mean, Aggressive, or Abusive: Why Time Alone Won’t Fix It

Your browser does not support the audio element. "Sometimes he just explodes. He screams, punches walls, and calls me names. I walk on eggshells every day. And then... he acts like nothing happened." Such behavior is not that rare. Parents share this kind of story...
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Boredom: The Myth That Keeps on Taking

A mom recently told me, "If I hear I'm bored one more time, I'm going to lose it." I nodded sympathetically. Then she added, "And I'm just as bad-I can't sit still for a second without reaching for my phone. What happened to us?" What happened, indeed? We've...
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The Emptiness of Seeking Immediate Attention

A mom in my office said it perfectly last week: "He wants attention every second. If I look away for one minute, he's whining or yelling or doing something dramatic to get me back. It's like he can't just be okay for a moment, without demanding me or my attention."...
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A Freedom Worth Celebrating – Inside and Out

As the fireworks light up the summer sky and families gather in backyards across the country, we are once again reminded of the beauty of freedom. This 4th of July weekend offers a moment - a brief pause - to reflect on what it means to be free. And the ideals that...

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Which End of the Life-Stick?

Which End of the Life-Stick?

Imagine life boiled down to a straightforward decision that we have the power to influence moment by moment. And, even though we have the power to make the decision, most people don't know it or exercise that choice. Instead, they (understandably) follow the momentum...

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What is Neurofeedback, and Why Now?

What is Neurofeedback, and Why Now?

Because I have been working as a psychologist for many years and have a history of offering therapy, I often get asked, Dr. Cale, why Neurofeedback and why now - especially at this point in your career?’ There are several answers, but the most relevant are two facts....

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Which Game Do We Focus On?

Which Game Do We Focus On?

When speaking to parents with challenging children, there is often an urgency to address the specifics of what to do when a problem behavior shows up. In other words, the understandable desire is to fix the problem right now. After all, you want an answer when your...

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