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Your Child May Need Therapy If...
They are defiant, disobedient, or angry. Verbally or physically aggressive or throwing temper tantrums. Hyperactive, impulsive, unable to concentrate or disruptive at school. Worried, fearful, excessively sad, suffering from low self esteem or having problems making friends.
You Might Want a Support Session If...
Your children frustrate you. You are struggling to find effective discipline methods. You need some support and guidance in gaining confidence in your parenting
Possible Solution: Parent/Caregiver Support Session
Parenting Articles From The Pros
How Play Therapy Can Help Adolescents
If you're a parent of a child who struggles with anxiety, anger, or big emotional reactions, you may feel like your child is stuck, and you're not sure how to help them move forward. Many parents come to us wondering about something very specific:“My child is getting...
Why Parent Support Matters in Feeding Issues
If your child is struggling with eating, it doesn’t just affect them. It affects the whole family. Mealtimes can feel stressful.You may be walking on eggshells, trying not to make things worse.Or maybe you’re stuck between pushing your child to eat, and avoiding...
3 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a big milestone. Not just for your child, but for you too. And if you’re like many parents, you might be wondering: Are they ready?Will they be okay without me?What if they struggle? The good news is, kindergarten readiness isn’t about knowing how to...
How to Explain Adult Mental Health to Children
Many parents know they should talk to their kids about adult mental health, but when adult mental health hits close to home or becomes a personal issue, starting that conversation can feel overwhelming. I've heard parents say things like, “I don't want to make it...
2 Ways to Shift Your Child’s Mental Outlook
Something I reflect on often is the fact that we all want our children to move from struggle into strength, from worry into hope. But shifting a child’s mindset can feel daunting, especially when internal stress is hidden. I’m Susan Stutzman, Registered Play Therapist...
DuPage Mental Health Rising 3 Signs Your Child’s Struggling
As parents, we do our best to believe our children are happy, resilient, and emotionally well. But sometimes what’s going on inside doesn’t get expressed in words or in easily visible ways. Statistics show that mental health is on the decline at every age. According...
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