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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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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meet Clair.
June 1, 2018
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
August 2, 2017
FILED IN: Kids, Parenting, Relationship, TV Appearance
Motherhood (and parenthood in general) is wonderful and one of the greatest blessings a couple can have, but at the same time, years of raising small humans will test our […]
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 […]
September 8, 2016
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship, Uncategorized
It’s that time of year again when our kids go back to school. Summer vacation is over, and now children go to bed a bit earlier (hopefully!), strap on their backpacks, […]
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Play Therapy Tools That Bridge Gap
