I love this blog by Dr. Tina Payne Bryson (co-author of The Whole Brain Child, my favorite parenting book). Dr. Bryson’s book was mentioned in a previous blog post. If you have children or adolescents in your life, I highly […]
I recently had a discussion with a colleague about what sets me apart from other child counselors. I believe the unique talent and qualities that I bring to the counseling relationship is one of encouragement, promoting independence, and child empowerment. […]
Winds of March, we welcome you. There is work for you to do. Work and play and blow all day. Blow the winter cold away. Unknown Such a simple poem about the winds of March and their purpose. The windy […]
At the Mental Health America of Greater Dallas Adolescent Symposium, I gained training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT is a specialized type of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT, which I normally practice) that specializes in treating suicidality, anxiety, and Borderline […]
A New Year is upon us, which often leads us to a desire to improve areas of our lives. I would love to encourage you to consider incorporating play therapy to improve your child’s life. In the photo below, you […]