Create a fun and calming Nature Shape Puzzle using outdoor items to boost fine motor skills, visual discrimination, and sensory exploration for kids.| Growing Hands-On Kids
We’re living in a time when you can ask an algorithm for advice about anything, your marriage, your trauma, your loneliness at 2 a.m., and get an instant response. AI/ChatGPT therapy has become increasingly popular as people seek immediate mental health support. In some ways, that’s extraordinary. It can also be profoundly misleading. While ChatGPT […] The post ChatGPT Therapy: Why AI Can’t Replace Real Therapists appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Starting therapy might feel like opening a door you’ve been staring at for a long time — equal parts relief, curiosity, and uncertainty. What will it be like? Will your therapist understand you? Will it actually help? If you’re new to therapy, these unknown elements can stack up and exacerbate anxieties surrounding meeting your therapist […] The post Navigating the Stages of Therapy: What to Expect During Your First Sessions appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
As a therapist, you’re often the safe harbor in someone else’s storm, listening, supporting, and making room for deep emotional work. But who cares for the caregiver? Just like clients, mental health professionals face their own challenges, and without intentional self-care, the emotional weight of this work can lead to burnout. Therapist burnout is more […] The post Preventing Therapist Burnout: Self-Care Tips for Mental Health Professionals appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
What does it mean to be a therapist? What happens when someone discloses about killing someone in therapy? Has that happened to you yet? Talk about getting out of my comfort zone! As therapists, we hold a sacred career; we are holders of deep dark secrets and keepers of some of the most untold stories […] The post Unveiling Secrets: The Transformative Power of Therapy appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Today, I am welcoming Giselle from Kids' Yoga Stories to share The OT's Guide to Using Yoga for Emotional Regulation: 5 Simple Activities That Actually Calm the Nervous System. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us Giselle! Occupational therapy became a regular part of my family's daily lives when my neurodivergent daughter began sessions.... The post 5 Simple Activities That Actually Calm the Nervous System appeared first on Growing Hands-On Kids.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Discover how self-compassion can transform your relationship with stress. Learn how to manage stress, anxiety and build inner strength.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Get ready for a hands-on ocean adventure and dive into some serious sensory fun with this shark-themed playdough tray! Whether you're a parent looking for a quiet afternoon activity, a teacher planning a themed learning center, or a therapist searching for an engaging way to build motor skills, this ocean-inspired invitation to play is packed... The post Shark Playdough Tray Invitation appeared first on Growing Hands-On Kids.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Learn how to make a DIY sensory body sock to support your child's sensory needs. Step-by-step instructions of this calming and fun sensory tool.| Growing Hands-On Kids
This guide to weighted blankets will help to educate you on the proper use, guidelines, and who weighted blankets can benefit.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Discover the importance of play in child development! From building social skills and emotional intelligence to fostering creativity and independence.| Growing Hands-On Kids
This fun winter sensory play activity uses shaving cream and simple craft supplies to spark sensory exploration and imaginative play.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Discover 12 fun and effective fine motor activities for toddlers that support hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and early development.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Boost fine motor skills, color recognition, and holiday cheer with simple materials for this Christmas lights scoop and pour activity for kids| Growing Hands-On Kids
Discover how to make DIY pipe cleaner icicles. Boost fine motor skills, creativity, and holiday cheer with this simple activity.| Growing Hands-On Kids
Women who work in the helping field face unique challenges. You were probably drawn to this field because empathy comes naturally to you. Helping professionals want a job that is meaningful and helping people in need is very fulfilling. Unfortunately, women tend to give too much for a variety of reasons, putting their mental health […]| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
This guide is an introduction to sensory processing. I'll define sensory processing, identify the sensitivity signs, and strategies to help.| Growing Hands-On Kids