Why Some Kids Talk Better With Crayons Than Words
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Parents often notice it first in small moments. A child who struggles to explain what’s wrong suddenly draws a picture filled with bold colors. Another child who shuts down when asked questions eagerly engages in an art activity. For many kids, words simply aren’t the most comfortable way […]
Why Group Therapy Feels Less Scary Than Talking One-on-One for Some Kids
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy For many children, the idea of sitting alone with an adult and talking about feelings can feel intimidating, uncomfortable, or even overwhelming. While individual therapy works well for some kids, others open up more naturally when they are surrounded by peers who share similar experiences. This is why […]
When Play Becomes Healing: How Creative Expression Supports 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 […]
Little Hands, Big Hearts: Teaching Gratitude Through Creative Thanksgiving Crafts
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Thanksgiving is a time for warmth, connection, and reflection but it is also an opportunity to help children explore emotional concepts in a way that feels safe, playful, and meaningful. At Resilient Mind Psychotherapy, we use simple art activities, like decorating “thankful turkey” feathers, to help kids put […]
Pumpkins and Play: How Art Helps Kids Express Their Emotions
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy When words don’t come easily, children often speak through their creativity. Whether it’s a crayon drawing, a Lego tower, or a painted pumpkin, art becomes a language that allows kids to share what’s happening inside — their fears, excitement, sadness, or joy. At Resilient Mind Psychotherapy, therapists know […]
Group Therapy in Brooklyn: Affordable Mental Health Support for Kids and Teens
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Emotional well-being during childhood and adolescence is just as important as physical health — yet it’s often overlooked until challenges begin to affect school, friendships, or family life. For many parents, the question becomes: how can I help my child receive the emotional support they need without overwhelming […]