The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” is all the rage these days; everyone seems intrigued by this show exploring the aftermath of a teenage girl’s suicide. Locally, at the end […]
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clair mellenthin
Hi! I'm Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S. You are in the right place if you prioritize the well being of the children you love, over tradition and the well-intentioned but clearly not working parenting and therapy strategies of the past.
With more than twenty years of clinical experience, authoring six books about play therapy and speaking to therapists around the globe I am here to tell you there is hope!
Join me as we rediscover the joy of connection, healthy relationships and attachment through play! Keep Playing!
You may have seen my work in:
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July 12, 2017
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
April 4, 2017
One of the toughest challenges adolescents face is peer pressure. For most teens, the desire to fit in and be accepted is very important. Feeling accepted by others can outweigh […]
December 21, 2016
Teen years are ROUGH! Puberty, new emotions, peer pressure, and awkward dating situations can really heighten our kids’ insecurities at a time when they are particularly vulnerable. With all the challenges that these […]
November 18, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, TV Appearance, Uncategorized
“Public shaming as a blood sport has got to stop.” How many of us have experienced the feelings of shame and humiliation at some point in our lives? How many […]
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