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I've always enjoyed writing and I love to write about mental health, wellness and personal growth. My articles also reflect my approaches to treatment, therapy and healing. My content is a good reflection of how I practice and how I work.

Being Emotionally Present with Your Teen is More Important Than Being Physically Present

Scott M Carter, CMHC

Feb 26, 20234 min read

Being Emotionally Present with Your Teen is More Important Than Being Physically Present

One of my main parenting pro tips is for parents to understand and realize that being emotionally present is a lot more important and...

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It Would be Nice if Teenagers Just Asked for Help; But They Don't

Scott M Carter, CMHC

Feb 24, 20233 min read

It Would be Nice if Teenagers Just Asked for Help; But They Don't

I know that teenagers can be extremely frustrating and confusing. They are complicated creatures, they just act and then we, as adults,...

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If Your Teen is Struggling it Doesn't Mean You've Failed as a Parent

Scott M Carter, CMHC

Feb 22, 20234 min read

If Your Teen is Struggling it Doesn't Mean You've Failed as a Parent

I think sometimes as adults we forget about how difficult it can be to be a teenager and the challenges that come with it. Most teens...

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Scott M Carter, CMHC

Dec 21, 20226 min read

How to Support Someone Who Is Suicidal

It's much more simple than you might think I sat down to write this article after having a phone call with my mom who called to tell me...

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Scott M Carter, CMHC

Dec 7, 20229 min read

Teen Boys are a High Suicide Risk

If you have a son, you should be concerned; here's what you should be doing Years ago I was working in a school based mental health...

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