Once your child begins play therapy, you might find yourself wondering, “What should I be doing between sessions?” While the therapy room is where much of the emotional work happens, …
When your child is beginning play therapy, one of the most helpful things you can do is introduce it in a way that feels safe and positive. Many parents worry …
If you’ve ever watched your child build an elaborate story with toys, draw a picture out of nowhere, or act out a dramatic scene with dolls or action figures, you’ve …
Once your child begins play therapy, you may wonder what your role should be. Should you ask them what they talked about? Should you be doing something different at home? …
When parents bring their child to play therapy, one of the most common questions is, “What will this process look like?” Because play therapy is based on the idea that …
The Importance of Early Autism Testing in Children Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction. Early detection and diagnosis are crucial for …
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many reasons, including increased obligations to spend time with family members. You may not get along with family members or the …
The transition from teenager to young adulthood can be stressful for parents, as there are many unknowns and shifts in roles. The transition can be even more challenging when the …
Discussion of pathological demand avoidance (PDA) and requests for this diagnostic label have increased in the past few years. PDA was initially used to describe children who use “social manipulation” …
It’s easy to get caught up in the “magic” you see on Facebook that other families are creating. These families are eating dinner at the table together, baking 42 cakes, …
