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What Can Therapy for Children with Autism Look Like?
Children who have been diagnosed with symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience the world in a unique manner. ASD can (and does) vary

4 of the Best Sensory Activities for Children with Autism in Child Care
April is Autism Awareness month and we are excited to share some ways to incorporate inclusive play into your daily routine as a child care

What Does “Trauma-Informed” Mean? – Trauma Basics
One out of four children in the United States will experience some sort of trauma by the age of four. Trauma can have lifelong impacts,

Shemik Sellars: A Child Care Provider’s Journey
Since age 17, Shemik Sellars has cared for countless children at different points in their life journeys. She opened her first registered child care business,

Jonathan’s Journey: Virtual Group Therapy
Rising sixth grader, Jonathan*, waited eagerly for his first virtual group therapy session to start. He glanced at the calendar on his grandma’s wall and sighed as he read June 2020. This school year was hard. He missed his friends and mourned the unsung,

How to Nurture Your Child As An Introvert or Extrovert
The words “introvert” and “extrovert” are used frequently and often misunderstood to imply that someone is shy or outgoing. The true essence behind introverted versus

Fight Mental Health Stigma: A Beginner’s Guide
Misconceptions and misrepresentations of mental health are everywhere… in the media, our workplaces, schools, and homes. The effects of mental health stigmas run deep and

How to Spot Depression Symptoms in Children of All Ages
How do I know my child is depressed? What can I do if they are experiencing depression? Spotting depression symptoms in children and teens isn’t

Charlotte’s Story
Eight-year-old Charlotte* was referred to ChildSavers after a classmate touched her inappropriately. After learning she had also been abused outside of school, Charlotte was paired