Helping Children: Child Psychology Services

Helping Children: Child Psychology Services Welcome! We are a specialized child psychology clinic for children (2 to 12) and their families.

🌬️ The cool, refreshing air of Fall invites children to run 🏃, stretch 🤸, and test their endurance. Outdoor play in this...
11/14/2025

🌬️ The cool, refreshing air of Fall invites children to run 🏃, stretch 🤸, and test their endurance.

Outdoor play in this season supports healthy cardiovascular systems ❤️, helps regulate sleep 💤, and contributes to optimal brain development 🧠.

Too much time on devices, however, can interfere with these rhythms, leaving kids restless, wired ⚡, and less connected.

By choosing time in the yard, at the park 🛝, or on a trail, you give your child’s body and mind the gift of balance and renewal 🌿. Nature truly is the reset button 🔄.

👉 Action Prompt: Try a 15-minute family “Fall chase game”—run, laugh, and warm up together 🏃♀️🍂😄.










NAVIGATING EMOTIONAL TURMOIL: Insights into Children's Experiences Amidst DivorceChildren caught in the midst of divorce...
11/13/2025

NAVIGATING EMOTIONAL TURMOIL:
Insights into Children's Experiences Amidst Divorce

Children caught in the midst of divorce learn valuable life lessons through careful observation and attentive listening, deeply influenced by their parents' behavior. 🗣️🤔💭
Children decipher not only overt emotions but also unspoken cues, bearing the consequences of their parents' actions. 💔

While many children may find it challenging to articulate what they observe and feel, they are still navigating through emotions such as confusion, anger, 😢 sadness, or fear. If children could vocalize their feelings, parents might approach decisions and conversations with greater sensitivity and understanding. However, verbalizing emotions often remains difficult for most children, even adolescents. Therefore, parents confronting divorce or post-divorce challenges must strive for a deeper understanding of their children's emotional experiences. 🧒👨👩👧👦

VOICES OF DIVORCE 👧👦 💬 presents crucial insights and perceptions for divorced parents to consider—insights that many children of divorce wish their parents understood but may be unaware of or not fully grasping from their child’s perspective.










World Kindness Day is Today!!💌 Celebrate kindness today! Notice your child’s thoughtful words, sharing, and caring actio...
11/13/2025

World Kindness Day is Today!!

💌 Celebrate kindness today! Notice your child’s thoughtful words, sharing, and caring actions—they’re building lifelong habits of empathy.











CREATIVITY STARTS AT HOME 🎨🏠 Chalk it up to creativity! 🌈🖍️✨Next time the kids say, "I'm bored," try this: Hand them som...
11/13/2025

CREATIVITY STARTS AT HOME 🎨🏠
Chalk it up to creativity! 🌈🖍️✨

Next time the kids say, "I'm bored," try this: Hand them some colorful chalk 🌞 and introduce a chalkboard stand, wall, table, or sidewalk for erasable masterpieces. 🎨 If they need inspiration, suggest creative challenges like drawing their house 🏡, their family 👩👩👧👦, or a picture for neighbors or loved ones. ✍️

When done, turn activity into a team effort by assigning them as the cleanup crew 🧹 to wipe surfaces or sweep up chalk bits. It's a simple, fun way to chase away boredom, spark creativity, and encourage teamwork—indoors or out!










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Co-regulation = Enhancing Communication Skills 🗣️📚:Co-regulation is not just about managing emotions but also about deve...
11/12/2025

Co-regulation = Enhancing Communication Skills 🗣️📚:

Co-regulation is not just about managing emotions but also about developing effective communication. By engaging in co-regulation, parents help children articulate their feelings and needs, improving their expressive language and social skills. This practice encourages open dialogue and helps children learn to express themselves clearly and calmly, which is essential for healthy relationships and successful social interactions throughout their lives. 🌟👫

Parenting Tip: Co-regulation involves parents actively participating in their child's emotional journey by providing comfort, guidance, and understanding. 👐 By staying calm and empathetic during your child's emotional outbursts, you teach them how to handle stress and intense feelings. 🌈💞 This approach not only helps children feel supported but also equips them with the tools to self-regulate, leading to healthier emotional development and stronger parent-child relationships. 🤗👨👩👧👦












11/12/2025

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week:
Changes in Eating or Sleeping

🌙 Trouble sleeping, nightmares, or changes in appetite? 😟 Your child could be struggling with bullying. Notice the signs early.












11/12/2025

Balancing Body and Mind: 🥋 Martial Arts for 🧒 Kids' Mental Health

REDUCING PHYSICAL AGGRESSION

In the quest for their children's holistic development, parents 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 often seek diverse avenues. Amidst the overabundance of choices, martial arts 🥋 emerges as a compelling choice, fostering not only physical prowess but also mental fortitude. Beyond the technical aspects, martial arts guides children 👦👧 on an enriching journey, arming them with essential tools for navigating life's challenges. Let's uncover the mental health benefits that martial arts training extends to children, particularly those grappling with controlling physical aggression impulses. 🧘‍♀️🌱

For children struggling with controlling physical aggression, martial arts 🥋 serves as an effective solution, instilling self-control and discipline. Through repetitive practice and guided instruction, kids 👦👧 learn to channel their energy and emotions positively, making mindful choices and reducing impulsive behaviors. This transformation extends to daily interactions, fostering improved social skills and conflict resolution abilities. 🛡️👊

Explore the array of mental health perks your child can gain from martial arts training through our series, "Balancing Body and Mind: Martial Arts for Kids' Mental Health," posting every Tuesday at 5 pm. 🧠🥋👨👩👧👦













Yoga as a TOOL for Children’s MENTAL WELLNESSMAGIC OF KIDS’ YOGA PARENTING TIP: 🌟 Introduce your kids to the magic of yo...
11/11/2025

Yoga as a TOOL for Children’s MENTAL WELLNESS

MAGIC OF KIDS’ YOGA PARENTING TIP: 🌟 Introduce your kids to the magic of yoga! 🧘‍♂️🌈 It's a wonderful way to nurture emotional wellness, build self-awareness, and sprinkle joy into their daily lives. 💕 Did you know that yoga has been shown to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and elevate children’s overall mood? 🌟 This holistic practice not only supports physical health but also develops resilience, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence, helping raise happy and healthy little humans. ✨

At Helping Children: Child Psychology Services, many of the children we work with encounter difficulties in recognizing the bodily expressions of their emotions and learning how to regulate these emotions. Hence, we frequently encourage children to consider enrolling in yoga classes. 🌈 Yoga equips children with essential life skills, teaching them to manage their emotions through insight and intentional responses. It promotes self-confidence, encourages healthy self-expression, and creates a deep sense of inner peace. Introducing yoga to your child is a meaningful step toward enhancing their mental health and emotional well-being. 🌞
















Instead of Screens: Crafting Builds Minds🎨 Crafting boosts creativity, focus, and emotional expression in children. It’s...
11/11/2025

Instead of Screens: Crafting Builds Minds

🎨 Crafting boosts creativity, focus, and emotional expression in children. It’s a natural way to strengthen cognitive skills while giving your child a safe space to explore feelings. Too much screen time can increase anxiety, reduce attention span, and make children more reactive. Replace a daily scroll with some glue, scissors, and imagination—watch your child thrive while bonding over a shared activity! ✂️💡









World Kindness Day💛 Little acts, big hearts! Encourage your child to share, help, and show kindness every day. Even the ...
11/10/2025

World Kindness Day

💛 Little acts, big hearts! Encourage your child to share, help, and show kindness every day. Even the smallest gestures make a difference.











11/10/2025

Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week: Unexplained Injuries or Lost Items

🚨 Scratches, bruises, or missing stuff? Your child may be being bullied. 🛡️ Check in, stay calm, and protect them.












11/10/2025

Mindful Movements: Enhancing Children's Mental Health with Yoga

🌱 Plant the Seeds of Resilience with Yoga

Just like a garden, mental health grows with consistent care.

Mindful movement teaches children to pause, breathe, and listen to their bodies. In yoga classes, they learn peer modeling, emotional expression, and regulation in community.

At home, even simple stretches before bed or a weekend yoga video together becomes an act of nurture.

🌿 Each movement plants seeds of calm, confidence, and connection that bloom over time.










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