The holidays can be beautiful, magical, and … a lot. For many parents and caregivers, this season brings not only joy but also complicated family dynamics, overstimulation, and an ever-expanding to-do list.

Once you’ve grounded yourself, you’re better prepared to help your child process the world around them. And let’s be honest, with nonstop new and social media capturing the global unrest around us, our children have to process a lot. 

Forest Hills isn’t just a neighborhood — it’s a living classroom of cultures, perspectives, and traditions. As one of the most diverse locations in the country, we raise our kids in a place where inclusion, empathy, and cross-cultural learning are part of everyday life.

I’m Angela — a licensed clinical social worker, local therapist, and the founder of Zen + Zest Therapy, an integrative therapy practice rooted right here in Forest Hills. We serve all New Yorkers virtually, and offer office appointments as well as home visits across New York City. This includes my borough of Queens, NY.