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Person overlooking mountains and trees, symbolizing reflection, healing, and finding meaning.
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, founder of Dr. Nate Psych June 17, 2026
Learning to Cope with the Loss of the Life We Imagined
graduating seniors naviating the leap to college, work and adulthood
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, founder of Dr. Nate Psych May 6, 2026
Helping High School Seniors and Their Parents Navigate the Leap to College, Work, and Adulthood
When Success Feels Exhausting
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, founder of Dr. Nate Psych February 17, 2026
Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in Adulthood
child struggling with failure
By Dr. Nate Balfanz, founder of Dr. Nate Psych November 14, 2025
Why Failure Matters
therapist advice in San Clemente on how to be a good friend
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych April 11, 2025
How we can teach our children about empathy, kindness, and how to manage conflicts with friends
understanding emotions for kids
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych February 27, 2025
Breaking down different emotions and how to express them in healthy ways.
managing family conflict
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych February 27, 2025
Strategies for de-escalating tensions and promoting healthy conflict resolution within the family.
why having a pet is healthy
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych May 17, 2024
Neuroscientific research findings suggest that owning and caring for a pet can have a significant positive impact on the biochemical makeup of our brains.
how to support our adolescents
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych May 17, 2024
Who am I?
How Do We Remain Responsive to the Mental Health Needs of our Children?
By Dr. Nate, founder of Dr. Nate Psych April 8, 2024
Consistency is the key.
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