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Play Therapy for Children: What It Is, Benefits, and How It Works
When children struggle with big feelings, life changes, or behavioral challenges, it can be hard for them to explain what’s wrong. Play...
Aug 122 min read
The Body Keeps the Score: Understanding How Trauma Lives in the Body and Mind
If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard to “just get over” a painful experience, the answer may lie in the way trauma affects the brain...
Aug 92 min read
Child Therapist Near Me: How Child Therapy Helps Kids Grow and Thrive
If you’ve been searching for a child therapist near me , you’re already taking an important step toward helping your child feel supported...
Aug 92 min read
🎒 Back-to-School Anxiety is Real — and Normal 💬
As summer ends, many kids (and parents) feel a mix of excitement and anxiety. New classrooms, unfamiliar routines, social pressures—it...
Aug 91 min read
What to Expect in Therapy
A Guide for New Clients 💬 Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you can expect when beginning...
Jul 32 min read
What is Coregulation? How can it help me Help my child or loved one?
💛 What is Coregulation? Coregulation is the process of calming and supporting someone by staying emotionally present, steady, and...
Jul 31 min read
Regulate, Reason, Respond
The Regulate, Reason, Respond approach is a powerful three-step method for managing emotions and making thoughtful decisions—especially...
Jul 32 min read
What is Codependency?
Codependency is an unhealthy pattern in relationships where one person prioritizes someone else’s needs, feelings, or problems above...
Jul 32 min read
🧠 Cognitive Distortions: Understanding unhelpful thinking patterns and how to reframe them
1. All-or-Nothing Thinking What it is: Seeing things as black or white with no in-between. Example: “If I’m not perfect, I’ve failed.”...
Jul 32 min read
Understanding the Difference Between Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion
💬 What’s the Difference? Although both are important for emotional well-being, self-esteem and self-compassion are not the same....
Jul 31 min read
What is Self Compassion?
Self-compassion is treating yourself with the same kindness, care, and understanding that you would offer to a close friend going...
Jul 32 min read
Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana) to improve mental Health.
Alternate Nostril Breathing (also called Nadi Shodhana ) is a calming yogic breathing technique that balances the nervous system,...
Jul 32 min read
The Impact of Childhood Trauma Across the Lifespan
Understanding Effects Across the Lifespan—and How to Heal 💔 What Is Childhood Trauma? Childhood trauma refers to distressing experiences...
Jul 32 min read
💥 What Is Trauma?
Understanding the Impact of Overwhelming Experiences 🌪️ Trauma Is… Trauma is the emotional response to a deeply distressing or...
Jul 31 min read
What are Boundaries & Why are they Important?
A boundary is a clear limit or rule you set to protect your well-being, energy, values, time, or personal space. Boundaries help you...
Jul 32 min read
🧠 Mental Health = Medical Health
Why We Need to Treat Mental Health Like Physical Health ✅ Mental Health Is Real Health Mental health conditions are real, diagnosable,...
Jul 32 min read
🌿Essential Oil Benefits for Mental Health and Wellness: Lavender, Citrus & Eucalyptus
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts known for their therapeutic aromas. While everyone’s experience may vary, many people find...
Jun 201 min read
🛁 Benefits of an Epsom Salt Bath for Mental Health and Wellness
Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) baths have been used for centuries to promote relaxation and support well-being. Here are some commonly...
Jun 201 min read
Why In-Person Therapy Is Often Better Than Telehealth for Kids
In a world where video calls and virtual meetings have become the norm, it’s easy to see why telehealth has become a popular option for...
Jun 192 min read
💔 Coping with Grief and Loss: Support for Children and Adults
Grief is one of the most human experiences we can go through. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, or even a life...
Jun 173 min read
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