One of the hardest things about parenting is watching our children grow up and leave the nest- even though this is what we have been working towards and for since […]
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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.
August 30, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
July 12, 2016
All parents will eventually hear their kid say “You’re so mean!” It’s not always easy to set expectations and enforce boundaries with our children, but being called mean is actually one of the best […]
June 2, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Relationship, Therapy
It’s no secret that texting is all the rage these days. Nearly everyone texts, and sadly, phone calls seem to be a thing of the past. But why are we […]
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
