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The Silent Observer: What Your Kids Wish You Knew About Your Co-Parenting Relationship
Your child would want you to know this about the relationship between you and them if they sat down to tell you the truth without fear of hurting your feelings.
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
3 days ago5 min read


Self-Care is More Than Bubble Baths: The 8 Pillars of True Mental Wellness
This International Self-Care Day is a good time to consider mental wellness beyond superficial trends. An effective self-care practice is built on eight pillars that are interconnected and distinct.
DPS Staff
Jul 245 min read


Yes, Summer Burnout is Real—Here’s How to Handle It
If you don't feel re-energized after summer, it doesn't mean you failed. You're experiencing summer burnout.
DPS Staff
Jul 174 min read


Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is celebrated every July by the mental health community
DPS Staff
Jul 104 min read


250 Years of the Mind: How America is Rewriting the Rules of Mental Health
Although incredible breakthroughs have been made, deep, systemic pain remains. Among the communities that have suffered the most from this history are indigenous populations, Black Americans, and immigrants.
DPS Staff
Jul 34 min read


Finding the Right Therapist in Delaware: What to Look For
Delaware has its own professional acronyms and licensing system, so a little local knowledge can be helpful. This guide explains how to find the best therapist for your life, budget, and goals.
DPS Staff
Jun 263 min read


Finding Calm in the Great Leap: Helping New Graduates Cope with Post-High School Stress While Co-Parenting
While juggling two households, a graduate may experience baseline anxiety as he or she navigates this intense developmental runway. It's not just about moving on; it's about reshaping their roles as adults within two separate families.
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Jun 194 min read


Mental Health Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Finding the Right Support for Men
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health support. Men often have trouble navigating systems that weren't designed for their communication style. We need to redefine what it means to "get help" to find support or to help someone else find it.
DPS Staff
Jun 124 min read


The Art of the "Chosen Family": Building a Support Network That Heals
Many in the LGBTQ+ community and those walking through complex relational trauma need to plant new seeds. Enter the chosen family. Far from a "second-best" alternative, a chosen family is a deliberate, powerful network of relationships built on mutual respect and authentic safety.
DPS Staff
Jun 54 min read


Life After School: Managing Uncertainty and Identity Shifts
Even though it is one of the greatest mental health challenges young adults face, very little is discussed about life after school. When you feel like you're drifting, know that you're not failing, you're just entering a new chapter.
DPS Staff
May 295 min read


Finding Harmony: Supporting Mental Wellness in Delaware’s Co-Parenting and Blended Families
When you're negotiating a new custody arrangement or integrating two households into one blended family, the emotional stakes are high. In these situations, mental wellness isn't about avoiding conflict; it's about creating a strategy that prioritizes each family member's psychological safety.
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
May 223 min read


Grounding Techniques That Work in Real Life (Not Just in Theory)
Being grounded doesn't mean finding inner peace. The key is to stay afloat. Your goal is to reconnect with reality and pull yourself out of emotional chaos.
DPS Staff
May 154 min read


Mother’s Day Isn’t Joyful for Everyone—And That’s Okay
If you feel dread, grief, or indifference during Mother's Day, you are certainly not alone. While performing joy can be exhausting, acknowledging the complexity of the day will help you protect your mental health.
DPS Staff
May 84 min read


Beyond the Ribbon: What Mental Health Awareness Month Really Means in 2026
Mental Health Awareness Month is more than just recognizing mental illness. The goal is to make the transition from awareness to actionable integration. It's about how to keep our minds healthy in an age of rapid technological change, shifting economic pressures, and a healthcare system that treats the brain as quickly as the heart.
DPS Staff
May 14 min read


When 50/50 Stops Working: Prioritizing Developmental Needs Over Math
If we cling to a 50/50 split despite evidence that it no longer serves the child, we may prioritize "parental rights" over "childhood stability." A responsive, attuned parenting style doesn't mean failing to recognize when it is time to switch from a 50/50 schedule to a 70/30 or 60/40 schedule.
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Apr 244 min read


Unmasking the "Squeeze": Navigating National Stress Awareness Month
April has been designated National Stress Awareness Month since 1992. As the world has changed, the mission remains more vital than ever: to raise public awareness about modern stress causes and cures.
DPS Staff
Apr 174 min read


The Furry Prescription: How Our Pets Heal Our Hearts and Minds
Every April 11, National Pet Day offers a chance to see beyond cute pictures. Despite our belief that we care for our pets, they actually do most of the work.
DPS Staff
Apr 104 min read


Finding Your Voice: Breaking the Silence on Recovery
Here at Delaware Psychological Services, healing begins when we stop whispering. Voices of Recovery is a one-hour workshop designed to replace isolation with honest dialogue.
DPS Staff
Apr 33 min read


Fresh Starts: Spring Cleaning Your Co-Parenting Routine
Spring is the perfect time to audit your co-parenting relationship in order to sweep away the habits that no longer serve your children and take the necessary steps to change them.
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Mar 274 min read


Equinox Balance: Why Your Brain Craves the Return of Daylight
On March 20, the world experiences a moment of perfect symmetry: the Spring Equinox. Around the globe, day and night are nearly equal in length on this day. In celestial terms, it'ss a "reset button" that signals the end of dormancy and the return of light.
DPS Staff
Mar 205 min read
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