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Anxiety continues to be one of the most common mental health challenges experienced by children, teens, and adults. This statistic leaves millions of people wondering how they can best offer
Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment and when they derive sustenance and strength
While many people think of the holidays as a time for cheer, joy and connection, about 38% of people feel a sense of increased stress (APA, 2021). Often this is
Watch Heather’s interview with KCRG Written by Heather Ward, Clinic Therapist Supervisor/Therapist As a person born in the early 90’s, I remember most of the messaging about how I was
While #WorldMentalHealthDay only occurs once a year, at Tanager, we believe it is important to engage in activities to support mental wellbeing every day! Our goal is to be a
Navigating the transition back to school in August can bring about stress for families. At Tanager, our dedication lies in aiding both children and families to not only adapt but
Can you picture having a job that requires you to wake up early, with a boss who has strict rules and controls every aspect of your day including how you
As a budding school therapist, I’ve had to introduce myself to many new forms of play the past few years. I wholeheartedly believe in the magical power of play can
Our need for safety is paramount for our mental well-being. It is the basic need to be fulfilled in order to make positive change and growth. In today’s world, feeling
Tonya Hotchkin, LMFT, RPT, CTRP-C, is the VP of Clinical Services at Tanager Place Bike riding, fort building, rock collections and swimming are a few of the things that
Brianna White, LMSW, has a passion for normalizing conversations about mental health and making mental health resources readily available to those in need. Brianna currently works as a therapist with
Wanna come out and play? This earnest childhood invitation to engage with friends is recognized around the world by people of all ages. Play comes naturally for most children because
This week is National Play Therapy Week! During this week, we spend extra time honoring and celebrating the use of play in therapy sessions. The benefits of play do not
The end of year signals time to gather (virtually) with friends and family to celebrate the holiday season. These gatherings can bring up feelings of excitement or dread. We look
Joseph Hunt Wassink, LISW, one of our school based therapists, recently had a column published in The Gazette. That column, “How to Stay Grounded Amid a Pandemic, a Natural Disaster
Too often caregivers say they want to have conversations with young people, but aren’t sure where to start. Here are five tips to help you get started. Be open and
Many of us are experiencing an extended stay in Funkytown. And it is not, unfortunately, the place of groovin’ energy the disco band Lipps Inc. sung so longingly about in
Open nearly any self-help book and you are likely to find a section on journaling alongside a list of claims about how regularly putting pen to paper (or fingers to
The holidays — sparkling lights and garlands, pretty presents, the scent of cookies and candy canes floating through the air, jingle bells and Rudolph, memories of days gone by —
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