Pathways to Peace 

During the first phase of counseling, I always try to focus on helping children develop coping mechanisms. This provides them with tools...

Blunders is a hilarious game with a great storyline. The kids in the game have to learn their manners before they are allowed to go to...

Some kids seem to sail through grief with no problems, while others get stuck. Some kids clam up and do not want to talk at all about...

There are many things parents can do to help their children with anxiety. You can make changes in the home environment, offer calming...

While most people think in black and white terms, most of life happens in gray areas. We hear that something is good, so we go all in,...

Impulse control issues bubble right to the top when playing games. The games listed in this article require kids to stop and think about...

While anxiety is a common problem among children, games and interventions specific to anxiety seem to be few. Games can be a powerful...

This video was too good to not share. This mama gets it. And the realization hit her hard! I could totally identify with her. The...

I get calls all the time from distressed parents with children who have anger outbursts. I have put together a large collection of anger...

Anticipatory grief can be agonizingly painful for a family. Watching your loved one slowly fade is heart-wrenching. Whether it is a...

Play therapy can be fun, engaging, and effective, but it can also be expensive! The art supplies, crafts, toys, and games add up. It is...

Part 1: Building Solid Relationships Part 2: Trust is the Foundation Part 3: Love is the Framework Part 4: Walls of Solid Character Part...

Emotions can change quickly and can feel like a roller-coaster. People who are led by their emotions can feel out of control and...

To continue the analogy that strengthening and supporting your relationship is similar to building a house, what you fill your home with...

Quarreling Squirrels is a book and game for conflict resolution and helping siblings get along. It helps children recognize the positive,...

Communication is like plumbing in a relationship - it keeps everything flowing freely and keeps everything in order.

This article offers 5 ways to help your children thrive after divorce. With the right environment and support, children can be well adjusted

Having strong character is vital for developing meaningful, lasting relationships.

This fun little story and game help children understand the four main personality types and how each type has strengths and weaknesses. ...

When we think of thriving relationships, we often notice the love that flows. Love is the lifeblood of a relationship. However, it...