Helping Children Express Big Feelings Without the Mess Anger is a normal and necessary emotion—but for many children, it can feel overwhelming and confusing. Without safe tools to release that intensity, kids may resort to hitting, yelling, or other unsafe behaviors....
**This blog is a continuation of my previous post "Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 2: 5 Ways in Which Childhood Emotional Neglect Still Hurts Us". If you haven’t read part two, double back and read it here before moving forward with this entry. If my last two...
**This blog is a continuation of my previous post "Childhood Emotional Neglect Part 1: I've Had a Difficult Childhood, Especially Lately". If you haven’t read part one, double back and read it here before moving forward with this entry. Are you unsure if you...
In my role as a mental health professional, I often encounter concerns from clients about their children's struggles with emotional regulation. It's a challenge that many families face, but what does it really mean, and how can we address it from both a parental and...