“Back-to-school” time after an extended break is always an exciting time of year, but it can also be a little stressful for children. Many children experience...
Once diagnosed with a disability, disorder, or syndrome, parents begin to wonder “when and how should I tell my child?” While there is not a universal age or guideline...
Service dogs for the blind have been common for decades. Today, you see them everywhere as they assist people with a wider range of conditions, and in all settings. So, it’s...
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. But, we often associate it with adults. In truth, kids can actually be more susceptible to anxiety, especially...
When families have more than one child, parents can often feel overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy, especially when one child has special needs and another child who is neurotypical....
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in the world. But, we often associate it with adults. In truth, kids can actually be more susceptible to anxiety, especially when...
No parent wants to think about their child dealing with anxiety. But, it’s an unfortunate reality. In fact, children are often more susceptible to anxiety and depression when...
Nowadays, parents are more focused on helping their kids understand and manage their feelings, and teaching them how to handle life's ups and downs. Why? Because we now know that...
What is Play Therapy?Play Therapy is not just playtime. Rather it is therapeutic counseling for children. Why play? Because the act of “playing” is a child’s...
What is Occupational Therapy?Occupational Therapy is healthcare service that helps people with physical, sensory, or cognitive (mental) health problems develop independence in all...
Over the past quarter century, the world of psychotherapeutic services has expanded with innovative options to accommodate the growing interest and need for behavioral therapy support...
When people think of Speech-Language Pathology, or Speech Therapy, they might imagine a child with a lisp who works with a specialist to learn how to speak clearly. While working to...
What is Physical Therapy?Pediatric Physical Therapy (PT) is a branch of healthcare that specifically addresses improvement in your child’s physical capabilities and/or pain with...
Having a panic attack is an intensely distressing experience for children – and their parents. For the child or teen (and adults), a panic attack can seem life-threatening, and...
What is Teletherapy?In recent years there has been a steady increase of virtual services for children and families, particularly as we have all tried to navigate the effects of the...
Making decisions regarding their child’s education is one of the most important considerations for parents. Today, more than ever before, there are alternatives to education...
There are many hereditary and post birth conditions that could cause hearing loss in children. Some go undetected while others are very apparent and sometimes can even be predicted...
Children and teens with mental health issues may experience a significant emotional event that requires more intensive treatment than outpatient counseling to ensure their safety....
As a parent, it’s never easy to think about your child struggling with anxiety. But, multiple studies have shown that more kids are dealing with it than ever before. In fact,...