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Helping Your Child Build Emotional Intelligence: A Parent’s Guide
Emotional intelligence is one of the most important skills a child can develop, and one of the most misunderstood. Many parents focus on managing behavior without realizing that behavior is often a child’s way of communicating emotions they don’t yet know how to name or regulate. Helping your child build emotional intelligence can support their mental health, relationships, academic success, and long-term resilience. What Is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence refe
Christina
2 days ago


Why Some Kids Struggle With Anger and How Therapy Can Help
Many parents notice that their child struggles with anger more intensely than other kids. These outbursts might look like yelling, throwing objects, or withdrawing due to frustration. While occasional frustration is normal, persistent anger that interferes with daily life, school, or relationships can signal underlying emotional or psychological challenges. Understanding why children experience anger and knowing when to seek support can make a profound difference in helping t
Christina
Nov 12, 2025


Why Play Is the Language of Healing in Child Therapy
When adults go to therapy, they usually sit down, talk about their feelings, and work through challenges with words. Children, however,...
Christina
Sep 17, 2025


Is This Normal? How to Tell If Your Child’s Behavior Is a Phase or Something More
Every parent wonders at some point: Is this just a phase, or should I be concerned? Childhood is full of changes from emotional...
Christina
Jul 2, 2025


Supporting Your LGBTQ+ Child’s Mental Health Starts with You
Happy Pride Month! If you’re the parent of an LGBTQ+ child, you’ve likely asked yourself: How can I support them? What if I say the wrong...
Christina
Jun 18, 2025


Balancing Your Child’s Well-Being and Your Own Self-Care
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling experiences, but it can also be incredibly demanding. In a bustling city like...
Christina
Apr 1, 2025


Helping Kids Understand and Express Big Emotions: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Big emotions like anger, sadness, fear, and excitement can feel overwhelming to children. Helping kids understand and express these...
Christina
Dec 5, 2024


How to Build and Maintain Trust as Your Child Grows: A Guide for Parents
Building and maintaining trust with your child is essential to fostering a strong, healthy, and long-lasting relationship. As children...
Christina
Sep 19, 2024


How Child Therapy Fosters Developmental Milestones
As children grow, they may encounter various challenges that impact their developmental progress. Child therapy in Denver plays a crucial...
Christina
Jul 11, 2024


Kids & Screen Time: Tips for Work-From-Home Parents
In today's digital age, screen time has become an integral part of children's lives. With the rise of remote work and virtual schooling,...
Christina
Jun 8, 2024


Does Your Child Struggle With Social Anxiety?
In today's world, a quiet struggle can go unnoticed among children and teens: social anxiety. While it may seem like a mere case of...
Christina
May 16, 2024


Parenting Anxious Children with Compassion and Support
Parenting is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and moments of profound growth. When faced with the unique challenge of parenting an...
Christina
Apr 1, 2024


Sibling Relationships: Nurturing Your Child's Mental Health
Siblings play a crucial role in shaping our early experiences and contributing significantly to our development. While sibling...
Christina
Jan 18, 2024


Unpacking Childhood Anxiety: How Therapy Can Empower Your Child
In this blog post, we will delve into the intricate world of childhood anxiety, exploring how therapy can provide invaluable support and...
Christina
Dec 28, 2023


Navigating Unkindness: How to Cope When Your Child is Unkind to You
Parenting is a rewarding yet challenging journey, and it can be particularly disheartening when your child displays unkind behavior...
Christina
Aug 28, 2023
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