by Jean-Paul ST-John | Aug 4, 2023 | Blog
Living away from Malta during the past year has made me reflect on how as a Maltese culture we tend to be very hard on ourselves and how, from experience, we may find it easier to criticise rather than to offer praise or constructive feedback. As a side note, I truly...
by Jean-Paul ST-John | Jun 21, 2023 | Blog
In my professional practice as a clinical psychologist, I have often encountered parents who would like to assess their child for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or who have just received a diagnosis. I find that offering support and communicating with parents and...
by Jean-Paul ST-John | May 11, 2023 | Blog
There is no doubt that as more time goes by, there is increased research highlighting the unique role and importance that fathers play in child-rearing and development. I am fortunate to have a very hands-on husband, who does his utmost to be an interactive and...
by Philip Cachia | Mar 22, 2023 | Blog
In my work with parents, adolescents and children, self-harm continues to be a common theme that continues to emerge further. Self-harm may be a very distressing experience for all the family. I tend to encounter adolescents who are experiencing great pain and angst,...
by Philip Cachia | Feb 23, 2023 | Blog
With February being the month where we celebrate Valentine’s Day, I thought that it would be appropriate to focus on a different type of love which deserves increased celebration and awareness …the relationship and love between siblings. As a mother of two young...
by admin | Jan 27, 2023 | Blog
Being a parent is something that changes your life completely. Every parenting phase brings with it the beautiful aspects, as well as new obstacles. Although many times social media focuses on that which is beautiful, and it is important that we celebrate this, it is...
