Playing outside can help stimulate cognitive functioning, foster resilience, release endorphins, and increase an appreciation for nature.
Four Tips for Setting Goals
We are not very good at achieving the goals we set for ourselves because we are not very good at setting attainable goals.
What to look for in selecting a therapist…
Below is a very practical guide on how to find the therapist that is right for you and has the right credentials. Feel free to save this for when it’s time to go looking for a therapist for you or a friend. Logistics and credentials A licensed mental health professional … Read More
How Teachers Can Support Their Students’ Mental Wellbeing
Educating teachers on mental health and how they can serve as an advocate for their students is an important part of my work.
GRIT: A New Way to Measure Future Success
What if your child’s success in school was dependent upon their ability to complete a project, even when it gets hard?
Play Therapy 101 – Part 1: “How Was School Today?”
Play Therapy can be used as a tool to help address not only emotional challenges, but also cognitive and behavioral struggles as well.
Homework “Meltdowns”
Homework “meltdowns” aren’t occurring to make everyone’s night miserable, but as an avenue for your child to communicate a need.
Supporting our Teachers
Simple acknowledgement and encouragement can go a long way and can help our teachers understand that we empathize with and appreciate their role.
Life after College Graduation – Part 3
Realizing life is going to be different after college graduation, even if you go back home, can be an unsettling discovery.
Life After College Graduation – Part 2
One of the disservices we offer our college attendees is a lifestyle that, for most, is not affordable after graduation while living on your own.
