Royalton Psychological Associates

10/18/2025

Ohio has higher teen birth and syphilis rates than the national averages. This article is worth the read. Teaching abstinence is not working. Teens are going to engage in s*xual acts. We need to make sure they have accurate information so they can better protect themselves from disease, unplanned pregnancy, and s*xual violence. Comprehensive s*x education provides medically accurate, age-appropriate information that teaches about s*xual health, healthy relationships, and consent. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

Ohio, one of a handful of states without comprehensive s*x education taught in schools, has a higher teen birth rate than the national average.

10/17/2025

We have a new member of the Royalton Psychological Associates family, Dallas. Dallas is Dr. Shani's pup who was trained at the prison where she interned last year. Today was a meet and greet. Knight thinks he's too old to deal with a young whipper snapper 😂 Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

10/10/2025

We are excited to announce that Dr. Mattie Hyland is starting seven-week parenting classes. The classes will be broken up into early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence. Classes will be Wednesday evenings. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

10/01/2025

Jane Goodall was a truly inspiring person. She will be missed. May she rest in power. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

Jane Goodall, who died today at the age of 91 while on a speaking tour in Los Angeles, leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond her groundbreaking observations of chimpanzees in Tanzania's Gombe Stream Reserve. She understood that her life's work was not just about advancing science, but about inspiring future generations to protect the natural world.

As she once reflected, "Since young girls began reading about my early life and my career with the chimps, many, many, many of them have told me that they went into conservation or animal behavior because of me." This ripple effect transformed primatology from a male-dominated field into one where women came to lead, opening doors for countless others who followed in her footsteps.

At the heart of Dr. Goodall's message, even as she often focused on the threats facing our planet's ecosystems later in her career, was an unwavering sense of optimism. Her final book, published in 2021, was titled "The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times," a testament to her lifelong belief in humanity's capacity for positive change.

This hope found its most practical expression through the Jane Goodall Institute, which she established in 1977 as a nonprofit dedicated to increasing global awareness and understanding about the natural world, and in particular the lives and habitats of primates. The Institute's Roots and Shoots program, launched in 1991, teaches young people about conservation in 75 countries, embodying her conviction that children hold the key to our planet's future.

She spent her later decades traveling the world -- making more than 300 appearances annually -- and her tireless animal welfare and conservation efforts inspired millions worldwide. Her efforts were widely recognized; she was named Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2003 and a UN Messenger of Peace in 2002, the United Nations' highest honor for global citizenship. The Institute evolved into one of the world's largest nonprofit global research and conservation organizations, with offices in 35 nations, ensuring that her message of hope would reach generations to come.

Through her scientific work and her advocacy, Dr. Goodall didn't just advance our knowledge of primates -- she fundamentally changed how we see ourselves and our place in the natural world. As she reminded us, "What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make." Her extraordinary life embodied this principle, demonstrating that the most profound legacy is not just what we discover, but how we inspire others to carry that knowledge forward in service of a better world.

To help continue Dr. Goodall's lifelong work, especially her beloved international environmental and humanitarian youth program, Roots & Shoots, please consider making a donation in her honor to the Jane Goodall Institute at https://janegoodall.org/donate

To share the inspiring story of this trailblazer with young children, we highly recommend the board books "I Am Caring: A Little Book about Jane Goodall" for ages 1 to 4 (https://www.amightygirl.com/i-am-caring), the picture book "Jane Goodall" for ages 5 to 8 (https://www.amightygirl.com/jane-goodall), and the chapter book "Jane Goodall" for ages 4 to 7 (https://www.amightygirl.com/jane-goodall-champion)

For older children and teens, we recommend "Who is Jane Goodall" for ages 8 to 12 (https://www.amightygirl.com/who-is-jane-goodall), an autobiography by Goodall for readers 8 and up entitled "My Life with the Chimpanzees" (https://www.amightygirl.com/my-life-with-the-chimpanzees), and the graphic novel “Primates” for ages 12 and up (https://www.amightygirl.com/primates)

Adult readers will be inspired by these works by Dr. Goodall herself: "The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times" (https://www.amightygirl.com/book-of-hope), "In The Shadow of Man" (https://www.amightygirl.com/in-the-shadow-of-man), and "Reason for Hope: A Spiritual Journey" (https://bookshop.org/a/8011/9780446676137)

For children's books that celebrate more pioneering female environmentalists -- many of whom were inspired by the work of Dr. Goodall -- visit our blog post "25 Kids' Books About Female Environmentalists" at https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=14831

To read the new tribute to Dr. Goodall's life and legacy in The New York Times, visit https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/obituaries/jane-goodall-dead.html?unlocked_article_code=1.qE8.HFtg.bm59LbI-9w8x&smid=url-share

09/30/2025

Great post by the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! Let's go Guards! Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

09/28/2025

Royalton Psychological Associates has created a partnership with Re:Source Cleveland to provide therapy services for youth. Tonight is their annual fundraiser. We are so grateful for this partnership and the amazing work of Re:Source Cleveland. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

09/27/2025

Please trust science and your medical providers when making decisions regarding your health. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

You may have seen confusing headlines about acetaminophen and pregnancy. Your ob-gyn wants you to know that acetaminophen is safe to use during pregnancy when used correctly. Always talk with your ob-gyn before taking any medication.
Have more questions? Talk with your ob-gyn and explore our FAQ for clear, evidence-based answers: https://bit.ly/4mzlm4w

08/28/2025

When are we as a society going to care more about human beings than about guns? I ask myself that question repeatedly. Yesterday was horrific. Children were in a house of worship, and someone killed them. As we all know, this is not the first time a house of worship or a school has been attacked. Just now, my son, Benjamin, texted us about a possible armed shooter on campus at the University of Pittsburgh. He wanted us to know he is safe, but the campus is on lockdown.

All too often these scenarios have played out since the Columbine shooting April 20, 1999. According to Everytown Research, this year 32 people reportedly have been killed in school or houses of worship shootings. The gun violence archive reports 959 children have been killed by gun violence so far in 2025. I grew up around guns and learned how to shoot as a child. My father always locked up his guns and keep his ammunition separate. We do not need automatic or semi-automatic weapons for hunting or self-protection. These guns serve only one purpose, killing others.

Our country is divided, and many are viewing others as less than human. Every human being matters and deserves to be safe. Thoughts and prayers do not keep people safe. Common sense gun control, viewing everyone as worthy of life, and treating all human life with dignity and respect are the only ways to keep us all safe. When will we learn and care enough to make changes? Please remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other. – KMP

08/27/2025

All the memes and post about the Taylor- Travis engagement show when social media can be used to spread joy. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

We heard that Somebody's Getting Married! 💍

08/24/2025

We are very fortunate with lots of great things happening at the practice recently. Lindsey Knoepp is off for a couple of weeks in order to enjoy her honeymoon. When she comes back, Ms. Lindsey will be joining us full time. She has opened up several appointment times. She works with individuals ages 11 and up. She is a highly talented clinician with a big heart. Call our office at 440-907-1141 if interested in you or a loved one working with Ms. Lindsey. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

08/24/2025

Hard to believe Ms. Mel is starting her third year with us. We have been so blessed to have her as a part of our team! She has practical, caring, and well thought out real world solutions for both clients and office staff. Our office and our clients are better because Ms. Mel chose us. Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.

08/20/2025

Excited to officially welcome Jill Arendt as our new office coordinator. Jill has been with us about a month and is exceeding expectations. She has a master's degree in school counseling and has a health and wellness coaching practice. With this background, she understands our clients and families and helps people feel at ease when they call asking for help but not knowing how to go about getting help. She is also great with administrative tasks like billing and keeping all of us up to date with credentialing. Jill is a 2007 graduate of North Royalton High School. Welcome Jill! Remember to be kind to one another and help take care of each other.