Christopher John Counseling

08/20/2025

My latest post in Tech Addiction Experts. Check it out!

08/08/2025

More kids are being exposed to violent and disturbing videos online, often through group chats, peer dares, or private messages. These videos can cause real emotional harm, even if a child doesn’t talk about it.

This post breaks down how gore content spreads, how it affects kids, and how parents can respond with calm support.

If you find this helpful, follow my page Tech Addiction Experts for more guidance on parenting in the digital age.

07/18/2025

So many parents assume that smartphone readiness is about age, rules, or tech filters. But emotional maturity plays a much bigger role.

This post from our Tech Addiction Experts project highlights what to consider before handing over a device.

👉 Worth a read if you're parenting a tween or planning ahead.

Does age really equal readiness?

A lot of families ask me when their child should get a phone.
But the better question is:

Are they emotionally ready for what comes with it?

Before handing over a device, take a moment to think about how your child handles things like:

Frustration and disappointment

Asking for help when something feels off

Following boundaries, even when they don’t agree

Unplugging without a battle

These are the real skills that matter.
Not whether their friends have one.
Not whether they’ve been begging for months.

If you’ve been wondering whether your child is truly ready, you’re not alone. This decision is about more than just tech, it’s about emotional development and long-term habits.

👉 Take our 2-minute Smartphone Readiness Quiz and get a personalized plan based on your child’s developmental strengths and growth areas.

https://techaddictionexperts.scoreapp.com

02/03/2024

Do you know any families struggling with excessive technology & screen usage with their teens and pre-teens? I've started a new project called "Tech Addiction Experts". Please FOLLOW this account for tips, education, and support.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555837321087

11/28/2023

If you're not following Erica Bonham & AVOS Counseling, go do it. She's got great resources for y'all. Including this little gem below:

08/31/2022

Kate Daigle Counseling always shares the best stuff.
This picture is so accurate

Whatever you're unlearning right now, have patience. All that matters is that you're on the path, it's not a race.

08/09/2022

Mindfulness: A client highly recommended I watch episode 8 ("Mouse Of Silver") of a show called "Midnight Gospel" (Netflix). They said it was life changing. I'm not personally into psychedelic stoner cartoons, so I was skeptical. As skeptical as I was, I came away highly impressed. So impressed that I recommend this specific episode to every client I work with.
There are many ways to describe mindfulness to people, but the character in this episode does a great job. Keep an open mind and watch.
**I have no idea what the rest of the show is about... but I recommend this episode**

Mouse of Silver: Directed by Pendleton Ward, Mike L. Mayfield. With Joey Diaz, Deneen Fendig, Phil Hendrie, Steve Little. Clancy joins his mother on an emotional journey through the wondrous cycle of birth, life and death.