Child & Adolescent Therapy Center of Excellence: Articles by Our Clinicians
Video Games and Kids: What Every Parent Should Know
ArticlesAuthor: Jonathan Mauger
Since the release of Pong on the Magnavox Odyssey in 1972, home video games have become an ever-growing presence in the lives of children, adolescents, and teens. The Entertainment Software Association estimates that…
How Caregivers Can Support Teens to Better Manage School Burnout
ArticlesAuthor: Kathryn Lodwick-Jones
Understanding Teen Burnout
Adolescent academic burnout, characterized by fatigue or exhaustion, lack of motivation, apathy, irritability and anxiety can be experienced at various points throughout the year.…
My child has a mental health disorder: What should I do?
Articlesby Jotie Mondair, LPC
Parenting a child who has recently been diagnosed with a mental health disorder or is in therapy for the first time can be a challenging and emotional journey. As a parent, your role in supporting your child during their…
Home Interventions Supporting Children Living with ADHD
Articlesby By Caitlin R. Foley, MSEd, LPC
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders found in children. Children living with ADHD may exhibit symptoms related to hyperactivity and/or impulsivity,…
3 Ways to Foster Assertive Communication in Children
Articlesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Have you ever asked your child a question and they clam up and refuse to speak? What about when you witness them agreeing to something and they appear visibly uncomfortable? Or when your child cannot get their…
3 Tips for Parents in the Play Therapy Room
Articlesby Toriann Clarke MA, LPC, NCC
Play Therapy is an expressive form of therapy for children that may assist with managing trauma and challenging behaviors. Play Therapy often takes place in a room where there is a variety of objects, such as…
The Power of Play in Parenting: Nurturing Healthy Connections
Articlesby Kristy Brumfield
Play is universal. Play is essential for healthy growth and development. Play is natural. Play is (hopefully) fun. These are all sentiments I've shared with parents, caregivers, students, supervisees, colleagues, family,…
The Unexpected Lessons of Parenthood: A Counselor’s Journey
ArticlesParenthood can be a transformative experience, one that challenges even the most seasoned professionals in child and adolescent counseling. With over two decades of experience as a counselor and play therapist, I thought I had a solid grasp…
A Glimpse into Child Counseling: Sonny’s Story
What happens in a family session: Sonny and the Family
Articles, Sonny Seriesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics.
Imagine a 9-year-old boy who is…
Sonny’s Story: Asking for Help
Articles, Sonny Seriesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics. This is the second article of the series…
Sonny’s Story: The First Session
Articles, Sonny Seriesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics. This is the second article of the series…
Sonny’s Story: Challenges
Articles, Sonny Seriesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics. This is the fourth article of the series…
Sonny’s Story: Parent Meeting
Articles, Sonny Seriesby Toriann Clarke, MA, LPC, NCC
Please note: This is not an actual child case. “Sonny” has been created as a characterization of a child client for the purpose of explaining family therapy dynamics. This is the fourth article of the series…
