The Problem with Positive Thinking – Benefits of a Positive Mindset (Part 2)
So I must truly be a grumpy person to have not just one, but two blogs dedicated to my concerns about the positive thinking movement! Kidding, sort of! I wanted to…
The Problem with “Positive Thinking” (Part One)
I know, I know, as a therapist I am supposed to be all about positive thinking. For a while, I even tried out the whole “positive thinking” thing and would just try to wash away my so-called negative thoughts with positive ones.
6 Ways to build Resilience and Grit in Children and Teens
The concepts of resilience and grit have been hot topics recently, particularly in the parenting, education, and psychology fields. This is for good reason as these qualities have been shown to be some of the…
What Parents Need to Know About Childhood Depression
Most people think of depression as an adult mental health issue, but children and teens can develop depression too. Sometimes adults assume that children or teens can’t be depressed because they have…
The Importance of Redefining Failure
As a therapist, the topic of failure comes up often in my work both with adults and with children/teens and their families. Over time, the topic of failure and redefining failure has become something that…
Exciting Additions and Announcements at Thrive Therapy!
As those of you who follow our page will know, we have had a busy start to 2018 at Thrive! Not only have we expanded on our group offerings but we have also added…
The Importance of Play
Play is an important part of childhood. Play helps children develop cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally. Children who play have healthy brain development. It’s through play that children learn to explore the world around them…
Why Do I Feel Unhappy After Having My Baby?
Having a baby can be both exciting and exhausting at the same time. Babies can bring tons of joy, but the transition into parenthood is not easy. You may find yourself feeling worried, irritable, or crying over…
5 Ways to Boost Your Daughter’s Self-Esteem
We live in a world saturated with insta-models, selfies, filters, and fillers. There is a growing number of teenage girls and young women that are unhappy with the way they look and feel. According to research…
10 Activities to Build Attachment
When our children are babies, we play with them by cooing, bouncing them on our knees, or playing peek-a-boo. These interactions help babies gain trust, security, and joy, as they learn to connect with their caregivers.