
Emotional-Based School Avoidance
School based anxiety or avoidance: Understanding and Addressing the Challenge
Read moreSchool based anxiety or avoidance: Understanding and Addressing the Challenge
Read moreTrusting the process can feel challenging when your child is in play therapy, but remember, healing often begins where words cannot reach. Play is a child’s natural language, and through it, they can explore emotions and experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Progress may not always be immediate, but every session is a step forward—an investment in their emotional growth and resilience. Trust the journey, trust the therapist, and most importantly, trust your child’s ability to thrive
Read moreWhy do some schools thrive while others struggle with discipline? Could it be their approach to behaviour? Research shows that schools using relational practices see fewer exclusions and better academic performance. Isn't fostering empathy and accountability through restorative justice more effective than punitive measures? Imagine a school where every student feels valued and understood. Isn't that worth striving for?
Read moreChildren may try to control situations or people to seek security, express unmet needs, or imitate observed behaviour. This behaviour can stem from a desire for predictability, developing autonomy, or coping with insecurity. Addressing these underlying reasons involves providing consistent routines, encouraging healthy autonomy, validating feelings, modelling positive behaviour, setting clear boundaries, and offering positive attention. Understanding these motivations can help parents and caregivers support their children's emotional development and build positive relationships.
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