By The Center for Creativity and Healing Staff As we begin a new year, many of us are holding a mix of hope, uncertainty, and fatigue. The world can feel loud, unpredictable, and overwhelming, and it’s natural to search for ways to stay grounded when so much feels out of our control. At the Center for Creativity and Healing, we believe peace isn’t about ignoring what’s happening around us, but about finding steady ways to care for ourselves within it. This January, our entire staff came...

Written by Ridgely Chapman, LCMHCA The holiday season, whether it be celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas , or Kwanza, often paints a picture of togetherness, joy, and tradition. Yet, for many of us, the lights of celebration can cast long shadows, especially when navigating the grief and loss associated with the death of a loved one, divorce, separation, illness, job loss, or a significant adjustment to family dynamics or living environment. The changing of routines, an empty chair at a table,...

Written by Kelsey Cahill, LCMHCA Divorce is a major life transition that affects everyone in the family — but for children, the changes can feel especially confusing and overwhelming. Whether the separation is amicable or filled with tension, kids often struggle to understand what’s happening, what it means for their family, and how their world will look moving forward. How Divorce Can Affect Children Children’s reactions to divorce can vary depending on their age, temperament, and the level...