by Alex Nichol | Oct 10, 2023 | Israel, Jewish, Parenting Skills
By Elisa Magidoff, MA, Director of Parents Place at the Center for Children and Youth We are all heartbroken about the horrifying violence unfolding in Israel right now. And as much as parents may want to protect their children from such news, it’s okay not to hide it...
by Alex Nichol | Jun 27, 2023 | Leisure & Vacation, Mental Health
With its relaxed atmosphere and ample free time, Summer offers several key benefits to starting therapy for children and teens: Consistency and Support During the summer break, our usual daily routines and schedules change. This can be hard for kids and teens who rely...
by Alex Nichol | Jun 23, 2023 | Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Skills, Special Challenges
As you are creating your summer calendar for your child with special needs, the question of whether or not to continue with therapy often comes up. There are pros and cons with putting therapy on pause. Although a personal decision, keeping some therapy in the mix can...
by Alex Nichol | Jun 13, 2023 | Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens
Anticipating a young adult child returning for a summer of living at home brings both delight and anxiety. On the one hand, you can’t wait to have your kid under your roof again. On the other hand, you may well have gotten used to not taking responsibility for your...
by Alex Nichol | May 2, 2023 | Adoption/Post-Adoption, Mental Health, Occupational Therapy
Sarah and Marcus were overjoyed when they welcomed 8-year-old Jackson into their family via adoption. However, their journey took an unexpected turn when Jackson began having behavioral issues due to pandemic-related anxiety. Determined to help their son, Sarah and...
