Mindful Psychology & Wellness, PLLC

11/18/2025

What Is Co-Regulation?

Co-regulation is the process where a calm, attuned adult helps a child manage their emotions by offering support, connection, and steady presence. Before children can regulate their own feelings, they rely on caregivers to model soothing strategies, provide reassurance, and create a sense of safety. Over time, this shared regulation strengthens the child’s ability to cope with stress, communicate their needs, and manage big emotions independently.

If you’re looking for support in understanding your child’s emotional needs—or your own—our office is here to help. Contact us to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.

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10/28/2025

10/22/2025

Pre-International Adoption Evaluations at Mindful Psychology & Wellness

Preparing for international adoption?
Dr. Alaina Kroes, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, provides pre-adoption psychological evaluations that meet agency and country requirements while supporting families through this meaningful process.

Our evaluations include compassionate interviews, psychological testing (when required), and timely, detailed reports for adoption agencies.
Options available for brief interviews, MMPI-3 testing, and comprehensive evaluations.

Why Families Choose Us:
• Adoption-informed and supportive approach
• Clear, organized documentation
• Fast turnaround and responsive communication
• Licensed in Texas and Wisconsin

“Every family’s adoption story is unique. My goal is to make this step clear, supportive, and stress-free.” — Dr. Alaina Kroes

Located in North Richland Hills, TX
(817) 631-4786 | mindpsych.org

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10/15/2025

🧠 What’s the Difference Between an Educational Assessment and a Psychological Evaluation?

Parents often ask what distinguishes an educational assessment from a psychological evaluation — and the difference is important!

An educational assessment focuses on how a student learns. It identifies academic strengths and challenges in areas like reading, writing, and math, often used to guide school-based support or tutoring plans.

A psychological evaluation, on the other hand, provides a broader view of a child or teen’s functioning. It may include cognitive testing, attention and executive functioning measures, emotional and behavioral assessments, and personality testing when appropriate. This type of evaluation helps uncover why a student is struggling and offers recommendations that address both learning and emotional needs.

At Mindful Psychology & Wellness, we specialize in comprehensive evaluations that clarify the full picture—so students can thrive both academically and emotionally.

📞 Contact us today to learn which type of assessment best fits your child’s needs.

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10/13/2025

The moment your child melts down, do you find yourself melting down, too? You're not alone.

That feeling of panic when your child's emotions escalate is a sign that your nervous systems are linked. This is co-regulation—the natural human process where we borrow calm from a more regulated person. As parents, we are our child’s first, best teacher of calm.

But here’s the truth: You can't pour from an empty cup. Before you can lend your calm, you need a full supply. This isn't just about breathing exercises; it's about understanding your own stress responses so you can be the "calm anchor" your child needs during their biggest storms.

Ready to move past the chaos and learn how to truly ground yourself so you can ground them? My Parenting Intensives are designed to give you the skills, self-awareness, and supported practice you need to become a master of co-regulation—for your child's sake and your own.

Tap the link in bio to explore the intensive program and start building a more peaceful, connected family life today

10/11/2025

**3 Signs Your Child Needs Co-Regulation**

Children aren’t born knowing how to manage big feelings—they learn by *borrowing* our calm first. Here are 3 signs your child may need co-regulation:

1️⃣ **Emotional Overwhelm**
Frequent meltdowns over small things? This usually means their nervous system is in overdrive and needs support.

2️⃣ **Physical Outbursts**
Hitting, kicking, or throwing aren’t always “bad behavior”—they can be signs of emotional dysregulation.

3️⃣ **Shutting Down or Withdrawing**
Silence, hiding, or going numb often mean your child is overwhelmed and disconnecting to protect themselves.

Co-regulation isn’t coddling—it’s teaching. By staying calm and connected, *you become their emotional anchor*.

**Let’s talk:**
Have you noticed any of these signs in your child? How do you support them when big emotions show up?

10/04/2025

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Mark your calendars!
We are so excited for this author event happening in Grapevine, Texas next month 🧡
This will be such a great event for the community.

10/04/2025

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10/03/2025

I'm excited to offer parenting intensives centered on attachment theory! It's for parents who want to strengthen their bond with their child and gain tools for co-regulation and self-regulation. It’s a focused, two-session program that gives parents practical strategies and support.

It’s not about perfect parenting — it’s about connected parenting. This intensive helps you strengthen your bond with your child and feel more grounded as a parent.

09/29/2025

https://fwmoms.com/education/from-preschool-to-kindergarten-helping-your-child-transition-smoothly/

Help your child transition smoothly from preschool to kindergarten with these questions to ask yourself, skill sets, and strategies.

09/22/2025

I partnered with Fort Worth Moms to write an article about Kindergarten Readiness. Check it out!

https://fwmoms.com/education/from-preschool-to-kindergarten-helping-your-child-transition-smoothly/

Help your child transition smoothly from preschool to kindergarten with these questions to ask yourself, skill sets, and strategies.