Kenneth A De Luca, PhD & Associates, Inc

09/08/2026

08/31/2026

Quick and easy tips!

08/17/2026

Back-to-school mental health tips for parents

✏️Start routines gradually. Adjust bedtime, wake-up time, meals, and screen habits before school begins rather than changing everything overnight.

✏️Talk about feelings—not just supplies and schedules. Ask, “How are you feeling about going back?” and listen without immediately trying to fix the problem.

✏️Normalize nervousness. Let your child know that feeling excited, worried, or overwhelmed about a new school year is common.

✏️Avoid putting pressure on performance. Emphasize effort, learning, friendships, and well-being—not just grades.

✏️Help them break worries into manageable steps. If a child is anxious about school, identify one specific concern and work together on what might make it easier.

✏️Protect sleep. Consistent sleep is especially important for mood, concentration, and emotional regulation.

✏️Create a predictable after-school routine. Kids may need time to decompress, eat, move around, or have quiet time before homework.

✏️Keep communication open. Regular, low-pressure conversations often work better than waiting for a major problem.

✏️Watch for changes. Ongoing withdrawal, irritability, sleep or appetite changes, frequent physical complaints, declining functioning, or persistent school avoidance can be signs that a child needs additional support.

✏️Know when to reach out. A school counselor, pediatrician, or mental-health professional can help if emotional difficulties persist or interfere with daily life.

✏️Model healthy coping. Let children see you take breaks, manage stress, ask for help, and talk openly about emotions.

05/26/2026

We are saddened to share that our beloved Founder, Dr. Kenneth De Luca, has passed away.

Read the obituary of Dr. Kenneth A. DeLuca Ph.D. from North Ridgeville, OH. Leave your condolences and send flowers to the family to show you care.

05/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Rebecca Eden, MSW, LSW to our practice!

Rebecca is a Licensed Social Worker who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Youngstown State University and her Master’s degree in Social Work from Cleveland State University. She is currently working toward obtaining her LISW licensure. Rebecca enjoys working with children, teens, young adults, and mothers. She has experience supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, stress management, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges. She believes in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to help them reach their goals in a way that feels realistic and supportive to their individual needs. Rebecca strives to create a welcoming, open, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves. She tailors her therapeutic approach to each individual and believes there is no “one size fits all” approach to therapy. Her passion for social work comes from her desire to help others navigate life’s challenges, build effective coping skills, and create a life that feels more manageable, meaningful, and enjoyable. Sees clients ages 6 and up.

Rebecca will be practicing at our Sheffield Village office. Please call (440)327-1800 if you would like to schedule.

05/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming Yelitza Gonzalez-Lebron, Ph.D. to our practice!

Yelitza is a postdoctoral resident in Psychology. She completed her doctoral training at Albizu University, with a focus on evidence-based treatments for children, adolescents and adults. Her work utilizes CBT and ACT approaches to help clients manage life transitions. She has recently become certified in trauma-focused interventions and specializes in anxiety disorders and depression. She has a master’s degree in counseling psychology and a bachelor’s degree in social work. Dr. Gonzalez has experience of counselling children, adolescents and adults, both individually and in groups, and is fluent in Spanish. Sees ages 8 and up

Yelitza will be practicing at our Westlake office. Please call (440)327-1800 if you would like to schedule.

05/06/2026

Caring for a child who needs extra support can be rewarding — and exhausting. Research shows caregivers face higher, more persistent rates of depression than other parents.

Connecting with others who get it can make a real difference. That’s why we offer free peer support groups on the last Monday of the month.

Help build a lifeline between parents with your gift during Mental Health Awareness Month: connectingforkids.org/MHAM

ID: An image announcing caregiver mental health with a focus on depression. The graphic features a woman looking downward with a subdued expression against a soft neutral background. Large text reads “Caregiver mental health” and “depression.” A highlighted callout states, “Many parent caregivers experience depression at 2–3 times the rate of other parents.” The Connecting for Kids logo appears on the left, and the website connectingforkids.org/MHAM is displayed at the bottom.

05/05/2026

May is mental health awareness month!