A Safe Space Counseling LLC

04/27/2026

Check out this resource. ;)] just remember...there's always another perspective. :)

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Free GOSSIP HURTS MORE THAN YOU THINK: POSTER GUIDE FOR CHILDREN

Gossip can seem small, but for a child or young person it can feel personal, upsetting and unsafe. It can damage friendships, break trust and leave children feeling left out or judged. Many children join in without fully understanding the impact their words have on others.

Helping children pause and think before they speak is a simple but powerful step. Teaching them to ask “Is it true, is it kind, is it necessary?” can build empathy, strengthen relationships and support more respectful behaviour in everyday situations.

04/26/2026

Everyone needs more Play when we are stressed!! When last as an adult have you just played when you felt stress in your body? Got out in nature? Danced? Played card games with a friend or puzzling? Play is a neural exercise that can reduce cortisol. Give it a try. :)

04/18/2026

Robert Jason Grants newest article https://autplaytherapy.com/neurodivergence-and-dysregulation/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRQaktleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4OHdaWkZtVXdvdWswb0xBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtpNVg67bRiXtdhdEj_CQDRET55WUXXNP6omPKaXC9YC5CoarOPNUE1Xm5M8_aem_1yzywkKuhlVQlKT8iJzTQg

Behaviors often get significant attention in neurodivergent children. It is important to recognize that behavior can signal underlying issues such as sensory struggles, challenges with emotional modulation, confusion, anxiety related to social situations, transitions, unexpected changes, fears, trau...

04/17/2026

Hey parents
Focus on:
1. Regulating yourself.
2.Fostering connection with your children.
3.Think: coaching...not controlling.
4.Dont sweat the small stuff.

04/16/2026

So excited- I had the opportunity to be nominated for "Hidden Gems" article for Orlando Voyager magazine. What a fun treat : )
Big shout-out to whoever nominated me.

Local StoriesFebruary 25, 2026 Hidden Gems: Meet Dora Henderson of A Safe Space Counseling LLC Local Stories Share Tweet Pin Today we’d like to introduce you to Dora Henderson. Hi Dora, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today? Hi, m...

04/16/2026

A Safe Space Counseling...we have fun here. :)

04/16/2026

Laughter really is the best medicine!!

04/14/2026

We need to teach kindness and compassion-and make it a part of our lives. Don't just "speak" it. Show it- live it. Forgive others-and have compassion.

Dan Siegel emphasizes compassion as a key component of a healthy mind. Presented as part of the TEDxGoldenGateED event on June 11, 2011.

04/10/2026

Why do children need to play? Because it's literally a neural exercise for the brain and body connection!! Why should everyone implement play and movement into their therapy and daily family routines? Our Brains, and bodies need the movement..our vagus nerve runs through our whole body and it helps us heal and feel better!! Lets talk. We have therapists that love to play. ;)

04/10/2026

S something to consider.

Many parents expect calm routines to make children sleepy, yet the opposite often happens. When kids become hyper before bed, it is not defiance or lack of discipline. It is the nervous system reacting to timing, not behavior.
If calming activities begin before a child’s natural sleep pressure has built, the body may release adrenaline to stay alert. This second wind is a protective response. The brain senses a sudden drop in stimulation and responds by increasing energy, movement, and emotional intensity.
Young children have immature sleep regulation systems. They rely on rhythm, gradual transitions, and movement to shift into rest. Abrupt stillness can trigger stress responses, leaving energy trapped in the body. What looks like misbehavior is often the body trying to avoid an unexpected shutdown.
Better bedtimes come from alignment, not force. Gentle movement before routines, followed by a slow and predictable wind down, helps the nervous system feel safe. When parents adjust timing instead of pushing calm too soon, children settle more easily. Understanding this biology transforms bedtime from a power struggle into a smoother, calmer transition built on trust and regulation.

04/10/2026

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