Building Blocks Therapy, PLLC

04/02/2026

Healing is always possible. Let me know if you'd like support with this. 💛

04/02/2026

Tantrum or meltdown? They can look similar… but they are not the same.

When we don’t understand the difference, we risk responding in ways that don’t actually help our child. Because what works for a tantrum won’t work for a meltdown — and what a child needs in each moment is completely different.

One is about frustration and limits. The other is about overwhelm and a nervous system that can’t cope.

When you can recognise the difference, you can respond with more confidence, less guesswork, and far more impact.

04/01/2026

We’re proud to share that the Andrews Children’s Advocacy Center and MRCCAC will be hosting a Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention event.

📅 April 17th
⏰ 11AM–1PM
📍 Andrews County Courthouse
🎟 FREE event

Bring the family out for performances, free popcorn, and resources that make a difference in our community 💙

03/20/2026

03/18/2026

Another one that’s controversial, but it’s what the research says. 💛

03/16/2026

SECOND CHANCE SUNDAY

Some children with ADHD grow up hearing far more correction than encouragement.

“Sit still.”
“Stop interrupting.”
“Pay attention.”
“You forgot again.”

Over time, the brain starts to expect criticism before anything else. Psychologists call this negative brain bias — when the brain becomes wired to notice mistakes, disapproval, or what went wrong before it notices what went right.

This isn’t because a child is negative.
It’s because their brain has learned to stay alert for correction.

And when a child starts expecting to get things wrong, it can quietly shape their confidence, their emotions, and the story they tell themselves about who they are.

Understanding this helps us change the balance. Because what ADHD children often need most is not fewer boundaries — but more moments where their effort, creativity, humour, and persistence are truly seen.

If this resonates with your experience, you’re not alone.

03/06/2026

This!!!

Children do best when they feel truly safe with us. 💛

03/06/2026

What’s your battery at today?

02/26/2026

The way we greet children after school sets the tone for the whole afternoon

After holding it together all day, they need calm connection, not a flood of questions.

Here are some simple do’s and don’ts to make pick-up smoother for everyone.

Introducing the After School Restraint Collapse Toolkit for Parents & Educators - link in comments.

02/26/2026

🎨✊Art Against Assault is back! We’re bringing together a diverse collection of local talent to explore the importance of consent and the impact of sexual assault through every medium imaginable.

🗓 When: Friday, April 3, 2026

Come for the art, stay for the conversation. Let’s envision a safer community together.

Stay tuned to this space for your opportunity to submit your artwork!