As a parent and a child psychologist I firmly believe in focusing on reinforcing positive behaviors … as opposed to punishing negative...

Play therapy uses PLAY as a way to communicate, increase understanding, and resolve issues.  There are many different types of play...

In 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...

When conducting workshops on play therapy, I teach the participants basic skills of being a child-centered play therapist.  I also...

I’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,...

Years ago my cousin sent me this question about her 3 year old daughter …. Seeing as Samantha has a new-found love of coloring with...

One of the hardest parts of being a parent is the constant onslaught of commentary from relatives, friends, total strangers, and the...

So … 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...

These 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...

As I do myself, most parents I meet in my private psychology practice want to have a close, warm, loving relationship with their...

One of our associates writes about her experience attending the Healing Hearts Fundraising Breakfast for Ele's Place.

Since Halloween is less than a week away, I thought it was the PERFECT time to discuss the importance of being mindful about children’s...

When you think about play, what do you think of? Is play something you value? Or dismiss?

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...