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...
At some point in life, we all encounter challenges and uncertainties, and that's where coaching comes in. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance on parenting issues, or you...
Disclaimer: This blog does not provide medical advice. It is intended for information purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....
Educational Consultants (EC’s) help families identify resources to fit a need. Families seek out an Educational Consultant for any of the following reasons: local private...
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...
The kids are home for the summer and, of course, they’re bored! They have a lot of time on their hands now and will probably turn to the internet to entertain themselves, to...
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...
Children cannot always tell their guardians and parents exactly what support they require to thrive, but this information is available to guardians and parents through Psychological...
Once diagnosed with a mental health condition, disability, disorder, or syndrome, parents begin to wonder “when and how should I tell my child?” While there is not a universal...
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...
If you have a child or you are on Facebook, you’ve probably heard of them-Fidget spinners – the kid craze that began sweeping the nation in April 2017. You’ve...
Vacation planning can be rather stressful. Whether it be a day trip, overnight, or a lengthy stay, preparations can be time-consuming and can leave you filled with worry about...
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...
Post-adoption services are any form of support adoptive families receive after adoption placement. Therapeutic, trauma-informed, post-adoption support services are highly beneficial...
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 your child has special needs related to sensory sensitivities, it may effects their behavior at home, at school and out in public. Many parents wonder how they can help...
It’s not uncommon for children to struggle with emotional or behavioral issues from time to time. But, when those issues linger, you might start to get worried. Unfortunately,...
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...
Sensory processing issues were first identified in the 1970’s by Dr. A. Jean Ayres, an occupational therapist. The idea being that some brains cannot process all of the...