Connecting your pediatrician & therapist Here at IFC we want to build a team around your child and family; one that understands the ins and outs of your child's needs and how best to care for them. That includes parents, teachers, and other professionals involved...
Have you ever wondered or even worried about what is going on with your teen’s behavior? Mood swings, falling for peer pressure, questioning the meaning of life, expressing themselves through wild hairstyles, and perhaps the scariest for a parent...engaging in...
During the First Visit Before your child comes to therapy, you will have an intake appointment with the therapist. They will help you understand what to expect in sessions, gather information about your child, and start to design a treatment plan. We encourage both...
Where to use a social story As therapists we love creating social stories together with our clients. We see the benefit of social stories in helping reduce anxiety, worry, and frustration in our clients and we would love to see parents using them at home too! Social...
Artwork by Eileen Schofield at the Art Enables studio in Washington DC The Nora Project & Individual and Family Connection teamed up for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to share one of our favorite books, A Kids Book About Disability! Developmental...
As mental health providers in our community - social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion have to be at the core of who we are and what we do. We would be doing a disservice to our clients, colleagues, and community if we didn’t address the barriers that exist...
Kids love to know what is coming next. I mean, who doesn’t want to feel like you have a handle on what’s going on? Predictability, consistency, structure, routine are important ingredients for success if your child has ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or behavior problems. If...
It is hard to feel like you're winning at much of anything as a parent right now. As a parent myself, I know the guilt that follows with every mistake we make, when our child has a set back, or especially when our kids are struggling and we just don’t know why. This...
Familiar with any of these rude teen responses? “It’s whatever”[Big Sigh]“I am fine”“I don’t care”[Eye roll] Desperate to see more of your sweet kid again? These 5 tips will help you reconnect with your tween and respond to their rude attitude without adding fuel to...
As we continue with online therapy, we wanted to remind everyone of a few helpful tips to ensure an effective and successful telehealth appointment. Find a Space. Finding a secure, comfortable space is necessary! Have a dedicated space for sessions that is free from...