Dr Laura HutchisonNov 15, 20195 minPromoting Positive BehaviorsAs a parent and a child psychologist I firmly believe in focusing on reinforcing positive behaviors … as opposed to punishing negative...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 14, 20193 minPlaydough in Play TherapyPlay therapy uses PLAY as a way to communicate, increase understanding, and resolve issues. There are many different types of play...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 13, 20192 minSimple Limit SettingIn my work as a child psychologist, and through my experience as a mom, I've learned a lot about the importance of limit setting. It is...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 12, 20194 minPlay Skills for ParentsWhen conducting workshops on play therapy, I teach the participants basic skills of being a child-centered play therapist. I also...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 9, 20191 min"I Dressed Myself" - Coping with Your Child's IndependenceI’m not sure where I got this idea from originally. I know it was before I even had kids … maybe from a play therapy conference,...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 8, 20192 minColoring: Why it's Important for KidsYears ago my cousin sent me this question about her 3 year old daughter …. Seeing as Samantha has a new-found love of coloring with...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 7, 20193 minTrusting Our Parental InstinctsOne of the hardest parts of being a parent is the constant onslaught of commentary from relatives, friends, total strangers, and the...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 5, 20192 min54321 Relaxation TechniqueSo … we're about to enter into the holiday season, which for many also creates a rise in stress and anxiety. Therefore, in the spirit of...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 2, 20192 minSquishy Sensory BallsThese are so super simple and fun to make. They've been a favorite of mine for years to make with my own kids and my clients. It's...
Dr Laura HutchisonNov 1, 20193 minSimple Ways to Improve Your Relationship with your Child: Keeping the P.E.A.C.E.As I do myself, most parents I meet in my private psychology practice want to have a close, warm, loving relationship with their...
Monika NiemasikOct 31, 20192 minHealing Hearts Fundraising Breakfast for Ele's PlaceOne of our associates writes about her experience attending the Healing Hearts Fundraising Breakfast for Ele's Place.
Dr Laura HutchisonOct 26, 20193 minHalloween EQ: Being Sensitive to OthersSince Halloween is less than a week away, I thought it was the PERFECT time to discuss the importance of being mindful about children’s...
Dr Laura HutchisonOct 24, 20191 minWhat is LEARNED through PLAY?When you think about play, what do you think of? Is play something you value? Or dismiss?
Dr Laura HutchisonJul 14, 20191 minWelcome to the HutcHison & Associates Blog!For quick and convenient resources for mental health, parenting, and family this is the place to be. Just as I have done on my previous...
Honor Mar 17 4 min Sexism IS a problem in schools Blue is for boys pink is for girls. I've heard that too many times. And why? Same with clothes. And what to do and how we act. WE ARE ALL...
Dr Laura Hutchison Aug 28, 2020 4 min Back to School During a Pandemic Transitioning back to school can be challenging any year, but this year kids are returning back to school under unprecedented conditions....
