It has been an anxiety producing year and it's hard to know how to help an anxious child navigate this mess. So much anxiety comes from fear of the unknown, feeling a lack of power, or fearing that bad things will happen as a result of having no control over their...
“It takes a village” – one reads this phrase and immediately associates it with the concept of parenting a child. Until recently, the idea of being a parent came with its usual fears and challenges: keeping them happy and healthy, and trying your best to be loving,...
Giving back during COVID-19 First and foremost: We want to extend a HUGE thank you to our health care workers, essential workers, and first responders who are tackling this virus and protecting us all – thank you for keeping us and our families safe and healthy. We...
Give yourself grace During this overwhelming time, giving ourselves grace is crucial. Including for our parenting approach. Regardless of age, we all are going to be engaging in more screen time, and that is okay! Allowing your kindergartener to watch that extra...
“The parent-child connection is the most powerful mental health intervention known to mankind.” – Dr. Bessel van der Kolk Connection is more important than ever. This is such a tough time with schools and workplaces being shut down, routines changing, and the stress...
As the weather gets cooler and school stress increases, we have some ideas to keep you feeling connected as a family! 1. Family Game Night This can be a weekly event, and everyone can take turns picking out the activity. Finding games that can accommodate all...
You want your child to succeed and feel accomplished within academics, extracurriculars, or any skill they are pursuing. However, when children strive for unattainable perfection, it is hard to know how to respond. Unhealthy perfectionism can involve a fear of...
Do you struggle with how to describe your child to a new teacher? Do you worry they might not read the full IEP or 504 plan and want to provide a condensed 'summary' at the beginning of the year? As a special need's parent and a therapist often asked to advocate for...
You have seen your child's behavioral and emotional regulation improve at home with their therapist's support. With your help, your child is utilizing coping skills and more frequently communicating their needs. How can you extend this progress into the classroom?...
It is very common for younger children to have difficulties facilitating friendships. Transitioning from the home setting is no easy feat! Interacting with others that they are not familiar with can be stressful and scary for any child. This is also stressful for...