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A Parent’s Guide to Play Therapy: Answering Important Questions

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on November 19, 2025December 3, 2024

Are you a parent with questions about play therapy? Perhaps you’re wondering is it effective? Could it help your child? And how does it really …

6 Insanely Powerful Ways Play Helps Kids Heal

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on September 15, 2025October 26, 2024

Have you ever wondered how the play during play therapy supports children? Learn the powerful ways play helps kids heal emotionally, build resilience, and transform …

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The Magic of Guided Meditation for Kids: Discover Its Benefits

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on November 3, 2025October 11, 2024

Explore the incredible benefits of guided meditation for kids. Learn techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, and rewire the brain for a happier, calmer life. …

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The Graceful Jellyfish: A Guided Meditation for Peacefulness (That Kids Love!)

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on November 3, 2025October 11, 2024

Looking for a guided meditation for peacefulness? Try The Graceful Jellyfish—a calming visualization that helps children relax, reduce stress, and find calm. Kids live in …

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How To Handle Sibling Conflict: This Sanity-Saving Hack is Ingenious

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on September 22, 2025September 21, 2024

Feeling exhausted by sibling conflict? Discover the ‘Divide and Choose’ method – a simple and fair solution that teaches kids cooperation, fairness, and problem-solving. ‘IT’S …

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21 Powerful Play Therapy Techniques Parents Can Use: How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on November 19, 2025September 7, 2024

Are you looking for ways to support your child through emotional and behavioral difficulties? Would you be surprised if I said play therapists aren’t the …

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Best Einstein Quotes For Kids: Inspiring Imagination, Creativity and Kindness

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on October 15, 2025August 2, 2024

Children will love this collection of Einstein quotes for kids. These simple yet powerful words spark imagination, build confidence, and inspire qualities like kindness and …

How to handle back-to-school anxiety: 5 powerful art prompts

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on September 15, 2025July 22, 2024

Help ease kids’ back-to-school anxiety with these powerful art prompts! Create treasure maps, find sunflower superpower, and more ways to transform anxious thoughts into positive mindsets.

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7 Best Breathing Strategies For Kids: How to Calm Stress

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on November 3, 2025June 17, 2024

Discover how simple breathing exercises can help children feel calmer, more focused, and in control of their emotions. Learn fun and effective breathing strategies for …

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How to Externalize Anxiety for Kids: The Worry Monster Activity

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on October 2, 2025June 7, 2024

This fun worry monster activity helps children shrink overwhelming feelings and manage stress. Learn how to externalize anxiety for kids with this effective and engaging …

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