Emotional Intelligence as a psychological theory was originally developed by Peter Salovey and John Mayer. They described it as “the ability to perceive emotions, to access and generate emotions so as to assist thought, to understand emotions and emotional knowledge, and to reflectively regulate emotions so as to promote emotional and intellectual growth,” (Mayer & Salovey, 1997).
Five Calming Techniques for Kids
Next time you notice your child experiencing a big emotion, practice these five calming techniques with them!
“Finding Yourself” Isn’t Really How It Works.
When seeking counseling, there can sometimes be this feeling of aimlessness, or lack of direction, or even the idea that you need to “find yourself”. There can be many different situations or scenarios that lead us to those feelings, but I don’t think we need to “find ourselves”. The tension … Read More
Talking With Kids About Death
It can be challenging to know what to say or how much to share with a child about death. Allow the child space to ask questions!
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.
Hygge: What it is and How to Incorporate it in Your Family
Hygge can benefit you and your family by providing space for togetherness and tranquility. Resting in each other’s company and engaging in quality time can lead to a happier and more connected family unit.
