Play Therapy As An Alternative
Play-therapy is something that can be utilized at all ages and has been proven to help those who have trouble expressing their thoughts and feelings.
When To Start A Child In Therapy
Children, like adults, go through difficult times in their lives and may require assistance, counseling, or simply someone to listen.
How To Talk To A Child About Therapy
Starting a child in therapy is not always easy for parents to discuss. Because of the stigma associated with therapy and treatment, many parents want to put it off.
On Average…
According to a study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, forming a new habit takes an average of 66 days!
Yoga Can Transform
Yoga's incorporation of meditation and breathing can help improve a person's mental well-being in major ways which in turn can completely transform your experience in therapy for the better!
Self- Care
Self-care is a lot simpler than it’s made out to be, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t take a little effort. In reality, it all boils down to taking care of yourself in the most important ways and oftentimes that means giving yourself a BREAK!
How Parent Coaching in San Antonio, TX Can Help You Connect With Your Child
Becoming a parent can bring out parts of ourselves that we’ve never faced before. After having children, many parents reflect on their own childhoods. This can be pleasant for some folks, but for others, it can bring up old wounds.
National Hugging Day
Did you know that hugs can have incredible mental health benefits? The benefits of hugging go beyond the nice sensation you receive when you hold someone in your arms!
Tips for Changing Unhealthy Habits
Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge when you weren’t hungry? Have you ever gone for the one food in your pantry that you know will make you sick?
Changing Habits
Habit changing can be extremely difficult. The human brain craves comfort and safety, and while it is important to have those things in our lives, that craving can stop us from making healthy choices for ourselves.
What is Sand Tray Play Therapy?
Sand tray play therapy is a type of expressive therapy. It uses sand in a tray along with miniatures to allow the user to create their own microcosm. A microcosm is a term used to describe the little world that’s created by an individual.
Chocolate Can Be Great For You!
Research shows that small amounts of chocolate (especially dark chocolate) can be good for your heart, your brain, and even your eyes in moderation.
Healthy Sleep Habits
It's best to practice good sleeping habits as much as possible, and to teach our children to do the same. Starting by setting a good example is a great way to go!
Mind-Body Wellness
International Mind-Body Wellness Day is an opportunity to celebrate how a healthy mind and healthy emotions help to make a healthy body!
Healthy Goals
Because New Year resolutions can come with their own set of anxieties, it’s important to take a step back and reflect on the year and make a plan for setting your goals.
National Call A Friend Day
For many of us, the holiday season can be lonely, which makes it the perfect time to check in on a close friend or loved one.
Gentle Reminder
When you ignore your emotions or pretend they don’t exist, you send your inner self the message that those feelings are scary or dangerous.