When Play Becomes Healing: How Creative Expression Supports Children with Anxiety or ADHD

How Play Therapy Helps Children with Anxiety or ADHD

By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Children make sense of the world through movement, imagination, and play long before they learn how to put feelings into words. For kids who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, or symptoms of ADHD in children, play becomes more than a source of joy it becomes a powerful therapeutic […]

Taming the Wiggles and Focusing the Fun: Effective ADHD Treatments for Kids

ADHD Treatments for Kids

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect children in various ways. While often portrayed as excessive energy and “fidgetiness,” ADHD encompasses a wider range of challenges, including difficulty focusing, impulsivity, and disorganization. These challenges can make it difficult for children to keep up in school, maintain friendships, and engage […]