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PCIT Therapy in Chesapeake, VA: How Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Helps Families Thrive
What Is PCIT (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy)? PCIT is a structured, research-backed therapy designed for young children (typically ages 2–7 ) and their caregivers. Unlike traditional talk therapy, PCIT focuses on real-time coaching to help parents strengthen their relationship with their child while improving behavior. Instead of only working on the child, PCIT works with the parent and child together — because parents are the most powerful agents of change in a child’
Mercedes Santos-Bell
7 hours ago2 min read


Helping Kids and Teens Thrive: Understanding Anxiety and Depression
A Compassionate Look at Youth Mental Health At Meliora Wellness & Harmony, we believe that every child and teen deserves to feel safe, understood, and supported. Growing up today can feel overwhelming — social pressure, academic expectations, and the constant connection of technology can leave many young people feeling anxious, sad, or unsure of themselves. The Signs Aren’t Always Obvious Anxiety and depression in children and teens don’t always look like what adults expect.S
Mercedes Santos-Bell
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Why the Space Where You Heal Matters
When most people picture therapy, they imagine sterile offices, cold lighting, and stiff chairs. That’s not what therapy should feel...
Mercedes Santos-Bell
Oct 8, 20252 min read
The MELIORA Journal
Mental Health & Wellness in Chesapeake


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