Winter Blues or Something More?

Winter Blues or Something More?

Winter Blues or Something More? By Shelley Galasso Bonanno, MA, LLP As fall turns to winter, the days become colder and sunlight dwindles. During the winter season, for many, it is not unusual to experience a cluster of symptoms that are often referred to as the...
Domestic Violence In The Age Of Covid-19

Domestic Violence In The Age Of Covid-19

Domestic Violence In The Age Of Covid-19 By Shelley Galasso Bonanno, MA, LLP Stay home. Stay safe. A commonly heard phrase in the age of COVID-19. But is home always a place of refuge? As more individuals have been forced to stay at home, domestic violence and divorce...
The Role of Resilience in a Pandemic World

The Role of Resilience in a Pandemic World

The Role of Resilience in a Pandemic World By Shelley Galasso Bonanno, MA, LLP The COVID-19 global pandemic has forced most of us to confront significant changes to our daily lives. Changes that were not chosen, and most, initially unwelcome. Adaptability to change is...
Relationships – Practicing Kindness

Relationships – Practicing Kindness

By Shelley Galasso Bonanno, MA, LLPRandom acts of kindness. Pay it forward. We’ve all heard these trending terms, and neuroscience has confirmed we do often feel happier when we perform acts of kindness. Research reveals humans have an intrinsic, perhaps intuitive,...
School Transitions

School Transitions

By Shelley Galasso Bonanno, MA, LLP Inevitably, summer vacation comes to an end and a new school year begins. The transition between the lazy days of summer and the daily demands of a structured school schedule can be an adjustment for both children and parents....