The Stellar Counsellor Podcast looks to shine a light on some of the common questions and concerns that come into my counseling office. I look to provide a counseling lens through big topics like gaming, screen time, cyber bullying, and many other issues that intersect between our children’s mental health and technology.
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Episode 3 - What should I be concerned about when it comes to gaming?
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So, what should I be concerned about when it comes to gaming? The most often brought up issues are screen time, cyber bullying, and violence in video gaming. While each of these items are issues, there is a lot more nuance. I will dissect that for you to offer a more well-rounded perspective. Additionally, the video gaming industry is rapidly evolv…
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Episode 2 - Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite, Oh My!
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I explore the similarities and differences between Minecraft, Roblox, and Fortnite. The complexity of these games is often intimidating to parents, especially those parents that don't consider themselves gamers. I will highlight some of the strengths and some of the areas where you may want to keep a wary eye. Additionally, I will provide an overvi…
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The Family Narrative episode breaks down the Stellar Counsellor's initial approach after intake. When it comes to helping your kid it starts by understanding the family home. What are the systems, structures, routines, and values currently in place. If we are going to ask the child to make changes, we need to understand the system that they are ope…
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