• Healthy Play Time for Developing Kids

    Healthy Play Time for Developing Kids

    By Carolyn Knarr, MSW, LCSW, Director of Children’s Therapeutic Services Having been a child therapist for some time, I am amazed by the lack of time children spend playing with toys today, compared to 10 years ago. When I ask my young clients what toys they have at home and like to play with, often the only answer is video games or other forms of technology. Many spend hardly any time at all playing with toys. I understand the appeal of technology, as it is more portable, less messy, and unfortunately, somewhat addicting, but the transition from toys to technology comes with a high price. Hands-on play benefits critical areas…

  • Growing Strong Social Skills Group Therapy for Boys Ages 12-17

    Learning & Applying Social Skills Can Help Teens Improve Their Ability To: * Listen and Identify Social Cues * Follow Rules & Cooperate * Handle Disappointments & Resolve Conflicts * Deal with Teasing and Bullying * Use Self-control & Increase Self-esteem * Take Responsibility & Make Good Choices * Use Reasoning and Logic * Communicate Effectively * Increase Social Cognition & Empathy * Manage Feelings & Resist Peer Pressure   Start Date:   Wednesday, June 11, 2014 Time:   6pm-7:30 pm The group will continue for 6 consecutive weeks, ending on July 23, 2014. (No group 7/2) Cost: $120.00 for 6 sessions, which can be paid at $20.00 week Location: 9378 Olive Blvd., Suite…