Getting children to go to therapy can be a real challenge for some parents. Not only does a son or daughter need some extra help in dealing with his/her emotions, […]
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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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wasatch family therapy
georgia family magazine
meet Clair.
March 4, 2017
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
September 1, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship, Uncategorized
When marriage occurs and a new family is created, unity is not necessarily something that comes naturally. No matter how in love spouses are with each other, these are still two people […]
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 […]
April 28, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship, TV Appearance
When was the last time you took a road trip? We sometimes associate these informal vacations with spring break in college, but road trips can be great experiences for families as well. While there […]
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