The EKC Blog
Sharing resources, information, and third-culture-minded perspectives for parents, kids, and teens.
What is ACT?: A bit about Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is the core of EKC’s philosophy of supporting the mental health of TCKs and their families. This week’s blog post explores the approach and its benefits.
Dear EKC: How Do I Find My (Queer) Community?
Looking for LGBTQ+ community after an international move? This week’s DearEKC reader’s in a new home and out of ideas. Adam has some advice to get you started.
EKC Roundtable: "What if I really want to stay?" Navigating Resistance Toward a Move
Moving can be extremely tough for kids and adults alike. What do you do when you realize that you really want to stay—but the move’s already happening?
Dear EKC: When Should We Tell Our Kids About the Move?
Today’s Dear EKC reader wrote in to ask a common question: When should you tell your kids about an upcoming move? Psychologist Kate Berger shares her advice.
How do I decide? Choosing if and where to settle down as a TCK
Settling down can be challenging for TCKs who are used to constant change. This week’s EKC blog offers some thoughts on the topic.
Dear EKC: My Kid Acts Both Older and Younger Than Other Kids
Today’s Dear EKC reader is looking for advice about her son. On one hand, he acts grown up—on the other, he’s still a child. Is this normal behavior?
How Much Is Too Much? What To Tell Our Kids
It’s hard to know how much is too much to tell your kids, especially when life feels in flux. Let’s talk about how to share honestly without overwhelming them
Dear EKC: Should We Start Therapy Before the Move?
Today’s Dear EKC reader’s a parent who worries that her child’s having a hard time handling their family’s upcoming move. She wants to start therapy, but when?
Should I risk it? Positive and negative risk-taking
Understanding how and when to take risks can be challenging, especially in teenage years. This week’s EKC blog shares psychological insights on risk-taking.
Dear EKC: How Do I Make Home Feel Like Home?
Home is more than just a place. This Dear EKC reader wanted to know how to build connection and consistency for TCKs after a move. Therapist Maayan has advice
"It All Makes Sense Now!": Receiving an Autism Diagnosis as a Teen or Young Adult
Being diagnosed with ASD as an adult can bring a ton of emotions that can be hard to process. EKC writer Donna Kmetz shares personal experience and research.
Dear EKC: Am I “TCK Enough”?
This week’s Dear EKC reader feels like they don’t fit the definition of a TCK—and wonders if their experience is enough. Psychologist Kate Berger answers.
Do I Have To?: The Why’s And How’s Of Forgiving Others
Forgiveness can be challenging for everyone. This week’s EKC blog post explores why it’s important to forgive others and suggests some tips for moving forward on a forgiveness journey.
Dear EKC: What's it Like to Go to Therapy?
This week’s Dear EKC reader is on the fence about whether or not they’d like to try therapy. What’s it actually like? Psychologist Inka Homanen answers.
Let’s Talk About Screen Time
One of the most common topics we encounter is screen time: how much is too much for expat kids? And how does it play a role in your international move?
Dear EKC: Do I Need a Diagnosis?
This week’s Dear EKC reader has been struggling and wants to know if they need a diagnosis to seek support. Psychologist Jamie Fehribach has good advice.
Dear EKC: I’m feeling stressed all the time…
This Week’s Dear EKC reader feels like handling stress has become so much harder lately. Karolina, EKC’s intern, has a few suggestions!
Dear EKC: How Do I Say Goodbye?
This week’s Dear EKC reader is struggling to say goodbye before they move. It’s a common question and Therapist Daphne Bouchépillon has some advice.
You’re Not Alone: Working Through Parental Guilt After a Move
Moving can be tough on parents and kids alike—but the guilt that sometimes comes with big family transitions makes it even more challenging. You deserve grace
Dear EKC: How Can I Celebrate All the Places I've Lived?
This week’s Dear EKC reader has lived in a lot of different places and wants to know how she can celebrate all of them. Psychologist Maayan Cohen responds.