Category Archives: Family Life

7 Steps Toward Becoming a Fabulous StepParent

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Gretchen Derda (Woosley), MSW, LCSW

In my last post I shared some thoughts on the important role of stepparents.  Today I’m  adding these specific steps toward becoming a fabulous stepparent!  I’m sure there are more, but this is a good start: 1.  Respect the role … Continue reading →

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An Introduction to my Practice -Video

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Gretchen Derda (Woosley), MSW, LCSW

My First Video: An introduction to my Practice

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Where have all the parents gone?

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Gretchen Derda (Woosley), MSW, LCSW

Occasionally I get on a soapbox. Most often it is about one of two topics, either fathers that have jumped ship all together or parents who allow their kids to run the family. The latter is on my mind today, … Continue reading →

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