Why Kids Who Are Homeschooled Might Need Therapy

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Homeschooling is becoming an increasingly popular choice for many families, offering flexibility, personalized learning, and a closer-knit family experience. However, just because a child isn’t attending a traditional school doesn’t mean they don’t face challenges that could benefit from child or play therapy. In fact, homeschooling can come with its own set of pressures that … Read more

EMDR Therapy vs. Traditional Talk Therapy: Which Is Right For You?

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If you’ve been considering therapy to address trauma, anxiety, or other emotional challenges, you’ve probably come across a variety of options. Among them, EMDR therapy and traditional talk therapy are two popular methods that might come up in your search. You might be wondering: Which one is right for me? Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy … Read more

How Therapy Can Align with Homeschooling and Support Both Parents and Kids

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When homeschooling a child, it’s not uncommon for parents to feel like they’re juggling a lot at once—balancing teaching responsibilities with caring for their child’s emotional and social needs. This can leave parents wondering, “Is therapy really necessary?” or “Will it create a gap between me and my child?” The truth is, therapy can actually … Read more

The Magic of Play: How Preschoolers Benefit from Play Therapy

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Temper tantrums, kicking, hitting, maybe even biting…expressions such as “I do it!”, “No!”, “I don’t want to!”  Sound familiar?  The preschool years are full of mysteries about what is going on in our kids’ heads.  Since language is still developing, communication can be challenging so we start to make assumptions about what is changing.  We … Read more

Navigating the Shift: How Your Relationship with Your Partner Changes After Baby

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The moment your baby arrives, everything shifts—especially your relationship with your partner. While you’ve probably heard that “nothing prepares you for the change,” there’s truth in the idea that the relationship dynamics are about to change in new and surprising ways. You’re both stepping into uncharted territory as parents and while it can be overwhelming, … Read more

Parenting the Whole Child: Not Just the Behavior

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We’ve all been there while parenting. That moment when your child’s behavior feels like it’s absolutely spiraling out of control. Whether it’s a tantrum, an attitude adjustment, or just a full-blown meltdown over something that seems pretty minor to you (like why is this such a big deal?!), it’s hard not to focus just on … Read more