Ah, summer. It’s a time of fun in the sun, family vacations, popsicles, and exploring the outdoors. But the truth is that parenting in the summer can be pretty brutal! […]
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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!
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meet Clair.
June 1, 2018
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
January 5, 2018
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
Without a doubt, one of the most difficult parts of raising children is whining. It can feel like nails scratching down a chalkboard to hear kids pout, fuss, or scream […]
October 12, 2017
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
Sexual abuse is a topic that no one likes to think much about. It elicits feelings of pain, fear, and even anger. And yet in our world today, we cannot […]
October 5, 2017
FILED IN: Kids, Parenting, Relationship
We’ve likely all heard how important it is to have a strong relationship and open communication with our kids. Studies show that teenagers who are close to their parents are […]
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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
