#child psychotherapy

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Why Is It Important to Teach Social Skills to Children on The Autism Spectrum

Social skills are the rules and customs that guide our interactions with other people and the world around us. In general, people tend to learn social skills in the same way they learn language skills: naturally and easily. They use these skills in a flexible manner to navigate their environment. For people with autism it can be harder to learn these skills, forcing them to guess what their response to a particular environment should be. This often results in increased anxiety and lower self esteem.

Learning social skills is essential to helping the child become more independent at home, school, and within the community. By introducing these skills early and continuing to build on them, people with autism gain the necessary tools to successfully maneuver the world around them.  This success results in greater self-confidence and higher self-esteem as well as assists in successfully building self-regulation and mastery with life skills in positive ways.   Therefore, Social skills development for people with autism involves:

Individualized programming and direct one to one instruction

“Teachable moments” with practice in realistic settings

Support for enhancing communication and sensory integration

Learning behaviours that predict important social outcomes like building friendships and experiencing joy and happiness within relationships.

[krystalfamilypsychiatry]

Children’s mental health is vital to their development, and with psychiatry care in Mesquite, Texas, families can support their children’s emotional and social growth through dedicated child psychotherapy. Emotional challenges can arise for various reasons—life changes, behavioral concerns, or even school stress. Through child-centered therapy, children learn healthy coping mechanisms to manage emotions and develop resilience, building a strong foundation for mental well-being.

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In order to embrace parents, allow them to evolve on their own terms and at their own pace. People only change when they choose to change. The more you tell someone to do this and that, the less they want to do it. Instead, allow your parents to choose their own path and accept the fact that they may never change. You may be the only person who wants them to change, but they won't, even though you think it would be good for them. Give up the fantasy that one day your parents will change. When we can't accept another person, it's usually not about that person. It's about us. We try to control the actions and behavior of others because we don't want to deal with our own grief. Recognizing our parents' right to be who they are means we have to face reality and leave the fantasies behind. It means we have to come to terms with the fact that they weren't as caring or as supportive as we imagined or wanted them to be. It also means we have to accept that it is not in our power to get "perfect love" from our parents or, for that matter, from anyone else. Our fantasy of our own parents only hides the pain we felt as children. Realizing that it is only a fantasy can bring back our childhood pain. However, we can only be free when we work through our emotions - anger, resentment, shame, fear and grief - and when we accept our parents for who they are. Only by accepting our parents will we be able to take on the responsibility of loving and caring for ourselves without expecting or depending on them for anything. The only way to improve our relationship with our parents is to change the way we treat them. And to do that, we must change ourselves.

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Human Trafficking

“There is one absolute commonality amongst the victims of human trafficking; the loss of personal freedom.” ~ Asa Don Brown

#humanrights #freedoms #trust #humantrafficking #personalfreedoms #justice #abuse #children #adults #refugees #migrants #women #men #holidays #financial #victims #homeless #students #travelling #asadonbrown

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How to Turn Your Bad Mood Around in Minutes

Learn simple, effective techniques to change your mood in just a few minutes! This guide shares practical strategies, like mindful breathing, practicing gratitude, or engaging in small activities to lift your spirits. Discover how to shift negative thoughts, boost your energy, and create a more positive mindset quickly. Don’t let a rough moment ruin your day—use these proven methods to regain focus and feel better fast. Turn your mood around and take charge of your emotions today

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my playlist for the last week:

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It was early in my career, and I had been seeing Mary, a shy, lonely, and physically collapsed young woman, for about three months in a weekly psychotherapy, dealing with the ravages of her terrible history of early abuse.

"The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, brain and body in the transformation of trauma" - Bessel van der Kolk

[msclaritea]

No wonder Beau Is Afraid turns me off. It's using psychobabble from the likes of Freud and Jung. Freud, who stabbed his female clients in the back, making up an entire phony ailment to explain away why they believed they were assaulted. Freud wanted to keep their wealthy, paying husbands happy. So, he essentially faked the conclusions of his research. Freud also gave license to sexual child abuse in his work. Jung, who got almost the entirety of his ideas from Gabrielle Rossetti was an Occultist crackpot. There are papers talking about the real dangers of using Jung. Elites LOVE Freud and Jung and both are dangerous.

As an aside, any film that has to send trolls to attack people for giving bad reviews is shady as fuck.

"Jung's techniques took away people's ability to focus their attention and separate out thoughts. He shot their cognitive resources to hell.” 

[returning-to-her]

Victim blaming versus actual victim? A big problem with our mental health care system.

- By Laura Rose

[familyfirstplaytherapy]

Gentle Sleep Support and Services

Family First Play Therapy Centre is now very excited to now offer a sleep support program.The Gentle Sleep Coaching® method provides gentle proven solutions to help your child sleep well and wake up happy. The Sleep Lady® Shuffle helps parents learn to use proven step-by-step changes in bedtime, nap time and middle of the night routines that haven’t been working for them thus far. It offers a gentle alternative rather then letting their child ‘cry-it-out’. Our aim is to help your infant or child, (children who have special needs are also welcome to this support program) develop sleep independence and teach them age appropriate and soothing self-regulation skills so that they can establish healthy and lifelong sleep habits. This service is designed to be financially affordable and offers a variety of support packages for individuals as well as families.

[krystalfamilypsychiatry]

Child psychotherapy is a delicate and profound journey, one that often begins with a courageous step toward vulnerability. The demand for effective mental health solutions is increasingly crucial, and recognizing the power of vulnerability in young patients is central to transformative care.

[humantoldmanagement]

Discover how employers can create an inclusive and supportive environment for neurodiverse individuals in the workplace. Learn strategies to enhance accessibility, improve communication, and foster a culture that values diverse thinking. Read more about best practices for supporting neurodivergent employees.

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Comprehensive Mental Health Support: LGBT Counselling and Specialized Therapy Services in Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, Ireland, offers an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals and couples seeking mental health care tailored to their unique needs. Whether you're searching for LGBT counselling in Ireland, gay couples counseling, or specialized LGBT marriage counseling, expert therapists in Dublin provide a safe and affirming space to explore your concerns.

For those dealing with identity-related challenges, services like gender dysphoria treatment in Dublin and LGBT psychotherapy in Dublin offer compassionate guidance. Additionally, specialized therapy for personality disorders counselling in Dublin and psychoanalytic psychotherapy helps clients navigate deep-rooted issues effectively.

Families can also benefit from child psychology services, addressing developmental or emotional concerns.

With a focus on inclusivity, expertise, and care, Dublin’s mental health professionals are dedicated to providing tailored support, ensuring everyone, regardless of identity or background, receives the help they need to thrive.

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Build A Rewarding Career With Psychotherapy Courses

Unlock a fulfilling career path with psychotherapy courses designed to transform lives and shape your future. These courses provide comprehensive training in understanding human behavior, mental health, and therapeutic techniques. Whether you’re starting fresh or advancing your skills, psychotherapy courses open doors to diverse opportunities in counseling, mental health clinics, and private practice. Gain in-demand expertise, make a meaningful impact, and foster personal growth while helping others. With flexible learning options and accredited programs, you can chart a rewarding career journey tailored to your goals. Start today and turn your passion for helping others into a lifelong profession.

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“Do not forget that children are like rainbows; they come in an array of personalities, levels of resiliency, and a variety of temperaments.” ~ Asa Don Brown

#children #books #rainbows #resiliency #personalities #temperaments #insulatin #ISeeMe #asadonbrown