Childhood obesity is a problem that has received national attention in the past few years; the statistics vary a bit from year to year, but according to the State of Obesity’s […]
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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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meet Clair.
July 22, 2016
June 29, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship, TV Appearance
Disciplining kids is one of the most difficult things about being a parent. It’s uncomfortable; no one likes to be mean or have to punish their children when they get […]
May 26, 2016
FILED IN: Bullying, Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship, Therapy, TV Appearance, Uncategorized
Some people feel uncomfortable with the idea of therapy. It’s sort of odd to sit in a chair and tell all your problems to a stranger, right? Now imagine you’re […]
May 23, 2016
FILED IN: Parenting, Therapy, TV Appearance, Uncategorized
I was featured on Fresh Living recently talking about the challenges of finding a good therapist for a child or teen. Many parents struggle with knowing where to turn when […]
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How To Connect and Communicate With Your Teen
The Benefits of Sensory play
How To Spring Clean Your Soul
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Play Therapy Tools That Bridge Gap
