Category Archive

Expert Advice: On How to Parent in a Pandemic and Being a Good Example

October 13, 2020 General, News, Parenting, UCCF

Parenting is not easy business. Erin Hunter, Ph.D., interim director of the University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) at MARI, recently provided actionable advice for parents, particularly those who may be feeling frayed around the edges or burnt…

Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop – October 2020

October 19, 2020 Events, General, News, UCCF, Workshops

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is now offering the free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop online. Participants will receive a link to access the virtual workshop after registration. It is scheduled for 12 p.m. (noon,…

Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop – July 2020

July 21, 2020 Events, General, News, UCCF, Workshops

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is now offering the free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop online via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to access the workshop after registration. Join the workshop at 1 p.m.…

Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Virtual Workshop – June 2020

June 23, 2020 Events, General, News, UCCF, Workshops

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) is now offering the free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce Workshop online via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to access the workshop after registration. Join the workshop at 1 p.m.…

New! Resources to Help Handle Anxiety and Parenting During Uncertainty

May 11, 2020 News, UCCF

The University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF) has created new resources for parents, families, and individuals to help deal with anxiety and challenges during pandemic times — or any time of uncertainty and stress. The resources are meant…

Expert Interview: Anxiety in Kids and Yourself During Coronavirus

April 17, 2020 General, News, Parenting, UCCF

UPDATE: Dr. Hunter did a follow up interview with PBS’s One Detroit on April 15, several weeks into the shelter-in-place order. The interview, featuring her tips and suggestions for staying mentally healthy as a family, can be seen here: Family…

What Michigan ‘Stay Home, Stay Safe’ Order Means for MARI Clients

March 23, 2020 News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Stay Home, Stay Safe Executive Order (EO 2020-21), directing all non-essential Michigan businesses and operations to temporarily suspend in-person operations. ‘Essential’ is defined as businesses that are necessary to sustain or protect life. As…

Kids and Coronavirus: Common Concerns and Ways to Address Them

March 21, 2020 News, Parenting, UCCF

What if my family gets sick? What if I miss my friends? What happens to my future?  Dr. Erin Hunter is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in a variety of evidence-based psychotherapies for children, adolescents, and families, including parent…

Maintaining Mental Health During the Coronavirus Pandemic – Resources and Tools

March 17, 2020 News, Psych Clinic, UCCF, UCLL

Be prepared but not panicked. Hope for the best, but get ready for the worst. Stay steady and strong in the face of uncertainty. Keep your cool to keep family and loved ones protected. These sayings sound great and are…

CANCELLED: Parenting Through Separation and Divorce – April 2020

April 1, 2020 Events, News, Parenting, UCCF

Please note, the University Center for the Child and Family free Parenting Through Separation and Divorce workshop for Wednesday, April 1, 2020 has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 outbreak. We are planning to host the workshop as scheduled in…