Dr. Kim
This morning I was on LIVE on the air at FOX 5 San Diego talking with Shally Zomorodi about how to manage expectations and minimize stress during the holiday season. Below is a little recap of what we discussed and some additional tips of things we didn’t get to during the segment. The biggest challenge I see this time of… Read More
As a licensed therapist that specializes in children’s behavior, I get asked all of the time about how to make transitions more of a smoother process for parents and children. Transitions can be challenging, especially when a child is actively participating in a preferred activity and they are asked to switch to a less preferred activity. But don’t worry, I… Read More
The holiday season is quickly approaching, which means that your kids will be home with you for weeks while they are on school break. That being said, they will be spending a lot more time with you, and are going to be more susceptible to unwanted behaviors. From my professional expertise and personal experience, make sure these five parenting modifications… Read More
I was recently invited to be on the air with ABC 10 in San Diego, during a prime time back to school segment, about how parents can help balance technology with Generation Alpha children. We also talked about the learning styles of Gen Alpha and what parents can expect how to handle technology with this generation. WHO IS GENERATION ALPHA?… Read More
Have you ever asked yourself how suicide affects our youth? September is National Suicide Prevention Month and today is World Suicide Prevention Day so I want to take a moment and share how suicide affects our youth in our current culture today. First and foremost, if you or someone you know needs help, please call or text the Suicide… Read More
It’s officially back to school season and parents, as well as their children, are adapting to new schedules, new routines, new teachers, and new friends. As parents, we want to set our children up for success in school whether it be helping them with their homework or giving them advice on their peer relationships. But what about their mental health?… Read More
I had the honor of being on FOX 5 San Diego this morning discussing a very topical and important topic: teen safety. I joined anchor Shally Zomorodi and FOX 5 Legal Analyst, Wendy Patrick at the anchor desk for a deep dive conversation. Uber rolled out a nationwide program today in 28 cities that lifts age restrictions for… Read More
My family and I recently stayed at the JW Marriott Anaheim and we had a fun filled weekend in one of our favorite cities! Anaheim, is of course known for Disneyland Parks, but it has so much more to offer including the nearby Packing District and Anaheim Garden Walk, which is right next door! There is so much to see… Read More
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, recently issued a proclamation declaring that the first week of May is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week from May 1-May 7. And fun fact, May 7th is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, which also happens to be my birthday! That’s why I was thrilled… Read More
I recently had the honor of staying at the Hilton Anaheim for our second annual Magical Media Retreat and can’t wait to tell you all about it!! As one of the event hosts for the retreat, we were hosted by the hotel, but I’m going to give you my honest feedback and special pro tips. As a long time Hilton… Read More
