Play therapy techniques, parent coaching strategies, and evidence-based interventions for children and teens. Clinical tips from licensed child and adolescent therapists.
Active Listening Worksheet https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/active-listening.pdf How to Apologize Worksheet https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/how-to-apologize.pdf Assertive…
This is a comprehensive 19 pages of worksheets with Acceptance and Committment Therapy on relationship issues, provided free by the author on his website.…
This is called The Complete Set of Client Handouts and Worksheets from ACT books by Russ Harris. Everything ACT you could ever want! I love ACT.…
This is a comprehensive article that outlines the rationale for conducting therapy with all family members, the use of art. and play-based activites in family therapy, and how to engage the family…
This article is helpful for both clinicians and parents alike. It defines self-regulation and identifies emotional dysregulation. Read on for beginning tips on how to teach emotional…
A brief overview of the signs and symptoms of intermittent explosive disorder and how it's treated in children and adolescents: …
Rather than providing reassurance (which reinforces anxiety cycles), use small, graduated behavioral experiments where the child predicts something bad will happen, then observes the actual outcome.…
https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/core-beliefs-info-sheet.pdf
I ordered this autobiographical comic book "Guts" right after reading this article. The writer Raina Telgemeier does a great job describing her anxiety and how she learns to use her body to ground…
https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/triggers.pdf
https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/what-is-anger-activity.pdf
We now know that with some intentional brain tricks, you can rewire your brain to be less anxious, feel more personal control and be able to be more grounded (and more joyful) even in challenging…
Do you ever feel confused or like your mind and life is a little too out of control? Would you like to feel more in control and maybe even give a shot at designing a mind and life that leads to…
Have you ever tried to meditate and were unsure if you were sitting in the right posture to support focus, presence and no pain! In this video I'm going to share 5 different postures for beginners…
Do you ever know what's best for you, but feel guilty taking care of yourself - especially in difficult times? It's as if you're wronging someone by taking time for yourself for more ease, healing…
https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/when-is-anger-a-problem.pdf
There are four quotes that have helped millions of people to feel more free, more personal control and take positive actions in their lives. I'm going to share four life-changing quotes here. Quotes…
Have you ever felt like you can't figure out how to regain a sense of emotional balance and health or lean into being happier in everyday life? In this short Brain Blast, I'm going to take on a…
The purpose of this video is not to judge or compare my experience with anyone else's. It's to show up with integrity and through my own flaws, battles, and insights along the way - help us connect…
Our mind isn't always a good friend, in fact sometimes it can be our worst enemy! Learning to recognize these 3 mind traps can give you a big boost in stepping outside of them and being more…
Do you ever feel the need for self-care, but then you feel guilty about taking time for yourself? Do you ever think that saying "no" to someone means you're not kind? In this video I'm going to share…
When it comes to the ability to be happier, mindset plays a crucial role. Your mindset has everything to do with how you perceive, interpret, and make decisions. Mindset can influence whether a…
As we go about our busy lives, we're prone to disconnection. Taking 10 minutes to pause and find connection through contemplating your connection to this planet can be deeply restorative to your…
Have you ever said, "I'll be happier when...". The practice of well-being is in this moment, not some future moment. There are things we CAN do right now and in this talk, I'll share with some of my…
Come, sit with me for however long you want. Know I'm here with you for 15 minutes. Take a break in the day, come down from your mind and back into your life for a moment. Find more ease in the midst…
During this time, so many feelings are coming and going, it's wise to listen and take in this wisdom of Rumi. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaCI4rCFGwY
Do you wish you felt more love? You’re not alone in this, feeling loved is at the foundation of well-being. In this video, I’ll help you connect with what you’re needing right now, and then how to…
Are you ready to start a meditation practice? These 5 Essentials can help prepare you and make all the difference in building an enduring, and powerful practice.…
Do you ever feel like you’re always RUSHING? Walking can help slow down your nervous system and enjoy the moment. This practice blew my mind – you’ve got to try this! Mindfulness doesn't have to be…
Do ever find yourself stuck in negative thoughts, overwhelmed with self-critical voices or amping your nervous system with overthinking? In this video I'm going to share a popular acronym that can…
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