Little Hands, Big Hearts: Teaching Gratitude Through Creative Thanksgiving Crafts

Teaching Kids 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

Pumpkin with “Be More Chill” message symbolizing mindfulness and self expression in therapy

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

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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 […]