If you are a parent or a teacher or anyone who has ever spent time with children, you know that sometimes… children fight. And that’s ok. In fact, it’s a very normal part of growing up, of learning how to communicate, of navigating how to get along with others....
Among those most affected by the coronavirus pandemic are teenagers and children. For these populations, specifically, virtual classes and social isolation from their peers are causing a great amount of stress and anxiety. Right now, children and teens across the...
As parents, if our child breaks a leg, has a sudden rash, or complains of unexplained aches and pains, we probably wouldn’t think twice about taking them to see a general practitioner. And although our mental and emotional well-being aren’t talked about as often or as...
With the rise in child depression, anxiety and all the turmoil kids have gone through over the last year it’s important our kids play – not just for physical benefits but for a mental break. In today’s Family Focus, Mae spoke to therapist Nancy Ryan, the...
What is it?Sand tray therapy, sometimes called the World Technique, is a form of expressive therapy. In its most basic form, sand tray therapy presents clients with an opportunity to create an imaginary world in sand that symbolizes and reflects their real-world...
Therapy has benefits for everyone. For adults, therapy can help us process unresolved issues, learn to build healthier relationships, and cultivate self-awareness and self-confidence. But guess what? Therapy has the same benefits for children too. The only difference...
