The Family Guidance and Therapy Center

Help David start his nonprofit! Donate to Mentoring Autistic Minds. "Academic research has shown that peer-mentoring in high school and college for individuals on the spectrum can increase self-reported academic and social performance. Our approach is evidence-based and ongoing research supports it. At Mentoring Autistic Minds, we want to be able to make sure everyone on the autism spectrum can feel comfortable about being themselves and transparent about their feelings."... #nonprofit #autism https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-start-our-mentoring-auti See more

Trauma is not just something you catch outside and take a pill to get rid of. It sticks. And most commonly, when someone experiences trauma at a very young age, this later becomes something they fear as adults. If your child or you have unresolved feelings leading to trauma, we can help. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/project/trauma/

Life can be hard. And unpredictable. We all know this. As adults, we may take it for granted that we understand how to navigate changes and cope with stressful situations but these are skills that have taken a lifetime to develop. No matter how hard we try to reduce the stress in our kid’s environment, it will still be a part of their lives. Giving our kids the tools they need to be resilient throughout their lives is one way we can prepare them for the future. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/resilience-in-children/

RDI creates connections between parent and child, connections that will impact their future and grow the foundations of their mind. Learn more about RDI at Family Guidance: https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/project/rdi/

"Our story doesn’t have fame or fortune, nor a drug user, or any dark secrets. Our story started when Oliver just turned five. Our sweet lovable child shared things with us when he was distressed that made tears fill our eyes and lumps form in our throats. I’ve never told this story in this way. I’ve thought about it but thought this was his story to share. I’ll let him share his story when he’s ready and if he decides to; but what I will do, is tell you a few things that we did when Oli expressed suicide ideation." https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/suicide-love/

We stand together to make a systemic, radical and long term change to our nation's racial inequality. George Floyd's murder was a horrific crime and a tremendous misuse of power. Today, yesterday and in our future, we need to lean in and do the work to change ourselves, our communities and our nation. In this therapy space, you will find people like you who are worried, scared and sickened by what appears to be a too familiar experience for people of color in the united stat...es. At FGTC, we will use our voices within our communities and within our therapy rooms. We are passionate about social change and are willing to do our part inside and outside of therapy. Change requires every day action. We will keep listening, learning, acting, reflecting, voting, donating and using our own privilege to heal this nation. We are with you. Jenny Palmiotto, CEO and Clinical Director, FGTC Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope. - JFK #blacklivesmatter #westandtogether

Anyone can easily feel negatively about the situations that occur to them during times of struggle. Allowing yourself to stay soft of heart will help create the unity and community that the country so desperately needs. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/staying-soft-of-heart/

When our children are struggling, it can be a very scary and concerning time. The good news is, you don’t have to go it alone. [Image Text] Kids do well if they can. And if they're not doing well it's because something's going on. The only way to help them do better is to understand why they are struggling. Dr. Ruth Gerson"

Unity, Love; Finishing our journey together towards a better future. This is the world that we are in now. #2021 "Somehow we've weathered and witnessed a nation that isn't broken, but simply unfinished."

As humans, we often do not know how much we have until we lose it. In that respect, many of us did not feel an innate need for community in our day-to-day busy lives until we felt that we had lost it to the coronavirus. Here are the many ways a shared collective experience can make our communities stronger. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/how-a-collective-expe/

Now that everyone's lives have been fully-transformed by the pandemic in both the good and bad ways, it's a struggle to keep the positivity going. While there are so many things to think about that's important for you and your family to survive, the negativity will sometimes force itself in. But while these things are happening, it's important to live your life with gratitude and become thankful for all the things that you still enjoy. By doing this, you establish mindfulness... and positivity that can become helpful as the world begins to heal. Now that everyone's lives have been fully-transformed by the pandemic in both good and bad ways, it's a struggle to keep the positivity going. While there are so many things to think about what's important for you and your family to survive, the negativity will sometimes force itself in. But while these things are happening, it's important to live your life with gratitude and become thankful for all the things that you still enjoy. By doing this, you establish mindfulness and positivity that can become helpful as the world begins to heal.

Loving yourself is one of the many gifts that you yourself can only give. It can sometimes be hard to love ourselves whenever we experience failure or when our efforts don't seem to match up with the outcome that we were hoping to have. No matter how difficult it is, we must learn to take things as they are and develop a sense of self-love no matter the situation or how long it takes to achieve it. #selflovematters Image Text: "To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness." - Robert Morely

Occupational therapy can assist your child in self-care activities that involves daily life tasks and improving their motor skills, communication skills, physical abilities, and more. The Family Guidance and Therapy Center offers OT in our Petaluma location! https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/occupational-therapy/

This year has been very hard, hasn't it? Every aspect of our lives has changed from the way we forced ourselves to stay inside our homes to the lengths we have to go through to avoid interacting with people in public. But even with all the frustrations, grief, sadness, and panic that we've all had to process, we're still here. It's shocking to think how it's almost a whole year since the great shift in our lives has started. It's even more surprising when we realize how much we've adapted to the situation! And one thing is for sure: our courage and resilience will help us see things through and enable us to start with a new beginning this new year.

In today’s world, despite everything bad that is going on, when we practice being responsible for ourselves and how we treat others, we push kindness into the world, we preserve our foundation of mental well-being, and contribute to the community that surrounds us. We stop the ripple effect in our own corner of the world! https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/staying-soft-of-heart/

How can we teach our children about patience, regulation, and good behavior in times of stress? Well, there are several steps we can take as parents to ensure we are raising emotionally intelligent children, children who can respond to our parenting and to others in a way that can make us feel connected and happy with our children: we give them the gift of our presence. #GiftOfPresence https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/practicing-the-gift-o/

Are you or someone you know looking for autism services for an adult, child, or family? Each person deserves treatment that is respectful, dignified. That is why we offer a different type of therapy that embraces the values and uniqueness of each individual. The Family Guidance & Therapy Center offers help and support for individuals and families with loved ones on the autism spectrum from seven convenient locations Southern and Northern California. We also offer in-home services and online therapy! Find your nearest location and schedule your first appointment. #autismtherapy #sandiego #temecula #orangecounty #Petaluma #relationshipdevelopmentintervention https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/proj/autism-treatment/

Let's celebrate this great victory in hope for a better future! Congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

Gratitude is essential to our well-being, and during challenging times like now, practicing thankfulness is more important than ever. Having gratitude in our life allows us to build new relationships with empathy, understanding, and a good combination of holistic physical and mental health. #gratitude #gratitudeheals https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/feeling-thankful-for-/

While everyone remains hopeful, a lot of us also feel tired. And it's not the typical feeling of being tired after a long day at work. It's the type of tired that does not only beat you down physically, but spiritually, emotionally, and mentally as well. This is called the "Pandemic Fatigue". While a lot of us are wanting to release the pent-up anger we have inside whenever we see someone refusing to be part of the solution, it's better to channel that anger into something productive and useful. #pandemicfatigue https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/pandemic-fatigue-the-/"

Keep the faith. Many things may never be the same. Learn to adapt, accept change. It’s not the end. Just a new chapter. Jayce Cadence

https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place/ - If you have not already voted, there is still time! Find your polling place and go #vote2020

America's President. #vote2020 #hopeforabetterfuture

Many parents think that because their child are their priority, they should do everything to raise them well on their own. While this is very admirable and courageous of parents, sometimes they need an extra hand to help them guide their children to become the best version of themselves. Through the help of expert therapists, children can be relieved of their mental wellness issues such as anger management, rebellion, anxiety, constant disagreements, depression, and many other issues that need professional assistance. #therapyforkids #familytherapy #sandiegotherapy #petalumatherapy https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/help-for-my-kids/

As adults, we have so many things that we need to think about, decide on, and eventually do. Because of the need for constant decision-making, it can be difficult to always know which decision is best to make. Oftentimes, they can be resolved through therapy, especially if you're consistently having trouble picking the right way. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/making-decisions-and-/

"Bad governments are elected by good citizens who don't vote." One week left. #vote2020

With the pandemic still on the rise, it can be difficult to get the therapeutic needs that you need to remain strong and resilient during these trying times. Stop pushing away the feeling of wanting help and begin thinking about the benefits it can do to your life on the long run. It's OKAY not to be okay and we're here to guide you through it for every step of the way. https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/online-counseling/

What is your main focus in life? When we ask this question, we are usually met with answers such as creating a good relationship with the family, overcoming anxiety, making sure their children grow up well, change bad habits, or simply to live a happy and positive life. There are no wrong answers. We can clearly see that our clients have reached out to us with a common goal: to become better at making what they believe in becoming a reality. This is mainly achieved through th...eir willingness and the core values built around those goals. How about you? What are your core values in life? #livingbyyourvalues #authenticity https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/how-do-i-find-my-core/ See more

Imagine a world where there's love, peace, safety, and positivity all around. A place where anyone can achieve their dreams without fear of their safety, from discrimination, or their choices in life. Wouldn't that place be so much better than the world we're living in now? It can still happen. When we choose to do good each day, we become the spark that starts the onset of change within others. We begin to inspire the change that people want to see happen within their commu...nities, allowing them to spread goodness all on their own. This also encourages people to make better, major life choices for the future in order to build the community that they want their children to experience. Among these important choices is choosing the leader who can lead us towards that common goal. This coming election, speak your truth and help the community thrive by voting wisely for the candidate that can help all of us make that "wish" a reality. #vote2020

Occupational Therapy can allow your child to improve on their motor skills, emotions, communication skills, social skills, and many others. The FGTC is excited to announce that we are now offering OT tin our Petaluma clinic! #OT #occuaptionaltherapy #petaluma https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/occupational-therapy/"

"May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears." - Nelson Mandela #vote2020 #endthehate

Like many things in life, wellness is a choice that requires effort and an open mind. When people choose to become better, they practice self-care and help themselves withstand things that are commonly difficult to face on their own. Let us help you meet your needs when it comes to therapy that involves working within yourself. #sandiegotherapy #individualtherapy #workingforabetteryou https://familyguidanceandtherapy.com/individual-therapy/