Hitting. Kicking. Spitting. Throwing things. You thought these behaviors were for kids still in diapers but yet here you are, extremely concerned and frustrated because your school age child is exhibiting aggressive behaviors. These behaviors are not a normal part of growing up. These are challenging behaviors and you deserve all the support you can […]

From all my years as a child therapist my job was to help children use their voice to tell their parents what they need to have a healthy, happy childhood. From children as young as 2 to as old as 17, here is some parenting advice that I have heard them wish they could say […]

It’s important to feel comfortable with every healthcare provider who is seeing your child. A child therapist for your child’s mental/behavioral health is no exception. Read below for five important qualities you should look for in a child therapist, and strategies for knowing which one is the right one for your child. 1) A great […]

  The world in general can be a confusing place for young children, and with all the recent terror activity on the television, it can be downright scary. Chances are if you have feelings about the recent terror attacks, your child does too. As these events become more common, you might be increasingly nervous about […]

  Play therapy is a special type of therapy that can help your child overcome the challenges in his or her life. But you may have noticed as you’ve been doing your research to find the right treatment for your child that there’s a lot of information out there. And you’re not sure what the […]

All children are defiant at one point in their life or another. In fact, it’s a normal part of development. But what happens when your defiant child’s behavior goes overboard, and it starts to impact his or her functioning at home or school? And what does it mean for you as the parent? Where’s the line […]