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 […]
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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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January 5, 2018
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
November 30, 2017
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
As parents, we often want to not just document our children’s lives, we also want to share these special moments with our friends! Since social media took off a decade […]
November 22, 2017
The topic of self-care is a favorite among therapists. We often preach how important it is to slow down and really take care of our bodies, minds, and spirits. After […]
October 19, 2017
FILED IN: Family, Kids, Parenting, Relationship
Divorce is an extremely difficult thing for a family to experience. No one walks down the aisle on their wedding day, thinking, “In 10 years, we will be getting a divorce.” […]
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