What is Prosocial Behavior?
Prosocial behavior is doing something to benefit, help, or care for someone else because you
believe that other people’s feelings and experiences are important.
Setting Limits with the ACT Method
The ACT method is 3 easy-to-follow steps in setting limits in a way that children will understand. This method was developed by Dr. Gary Landreth who founded the Center for Play Therapy.
Parenting Styles, The Differences That Make a Difference
There are four different styles of parenting that are characterized by different attitudes and behaviors that the parents exhibit towards their children. The type of parenting style that is implemented will reflect the way children face social and even
non-social problems. Along with that, executing positive parenting techniques is essential for
early cognitive development, emotional balance, and maturation of thought.
The Brain is Knowledge, the Body is Wisdom
We metaphorically walk around as floating heads, being rewarded by society and capitalism for staying disconnected from our body. As mammals, we are hardwired for safety and connection, so we are always looking for ways to feel safe (physically, emotionally, and psychologically) and connected to ourselves and others but don’t realize that the tool we need for that is one we have, our body. In comes, your nervous system—your body’s command center.
ADHD, Executive Functioning Skills, and your Child’s Brain
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder often begins in childhood and the symptoms can cause significant distress in everyday life. For children, it can be even harder to manage. To begin to understand how to help your child, we first must understand what ADHD is and what it causes.
Self-Disclosure: Client, Counselor, or Both?
Self-disclosure, a pivotal aspect of communication, encompasses the sharing of personal information, particularly prevalent in counseling sessions where clients predominantly disclose. While tradition often dictates counselor restraint from self-disclosure to maintain focus on the client, contemporary perspectives suggest that judicious sharing can enhance the therapeutic alliance, provided it serves the client’s interests and is kept concise, thus fostering a balanced and constructive counseling dynamic.
A Therapeutic Journey Towards Overcoming Senior Loneliness and Isolation
Discover a compassionate guide addressing the silent struggles of senior loneliness and isolation. Uncover insights, strategies, and support systems to empower seniors and caregivers. Join us in fostering meaningful connections and combating solitude. Explore the guide now.
EMDR in Kansas City
Unlock the power of EMDR therapy to heal and integrate traumatic memories with this insightful guide by McKenna Elfrink, LPC. Delve into the neurobiological approach of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and understand its transformative process. From assessment to integration, learn how EMDR helps to uncouple distressing emotions, reprocess memories, and cultivate more adaptive beliefs. Discover how this empirically validated treatment targets psychological symptoms related to trauma, paving the way for improved mental and physical well-being. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other distressing sensations, EMDR could be the key to unlocking your healing journey.
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
Explore the Journey: Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – A Personal Reflection | March is MS Awareness Month. Join me as I share my six-year journey since diagnosis at 21. Discover the complexities of MS, the challenges of adaptation, and the emotional toll it takes. As a Mental Health Professional, I offer empathy and support. Find resources and local connections with the National MS Society Mid-America Chapter and KU Med Center’s MS Care Center. Reach out for assistance, whether newly diagnosed or a longtime warrior.
Talking to Children about Gun Violence
In the aftermath of unsettling events like those witnessed during the recent Super Bowl celebration, parents face the challenging task of discussing violence with their children. However uncomfortable, these conversations are crucial in helping children process their emotions and understand the world around them. Encouraging open dialogue, offering reassurance, and modeling healthy coping strategies can provide the support children need to navigate through difficult times with resilience and hope.
How I Ask My Kids About Their School Day?
“What did you do at school today?” most of us have a hard time conceptualizing our day into a nice conversation.
September is Deaf Awareness Month
Deaf Awareness Month offers visibility and awareness of Deaf hardships in our society,
communication needs, Deaf culture, and community. This month also gives a perspective on the
positives of deafness as well as encourages social inclusion.
The Crucial Role of Counseling for Couples
Love is a powerful force, but even the strongest bonds can encounter rough patches. This is where the expert guidance of a skilled counselor enters the scene, offering couples a lifeline to navigate their path to harmony and understanding.
Gardening Your Relationships: The Importance of Expressing Anger Without Aggression
Anger is a natural emotion that can be triggered by a variety of situations such as disappointment, frustration, and loss. But, it is important to note that anger is not necessarily a bad emotion, it shows we care! However, it is how we express our anger that makes all the difference.
Meet Kayte, Your Guide to Trauma Recovery with EMDR
In a world where the echoes of past traumas often reverberate within us, finding the right support is essential for healing and growth.
Happiest Place on Earth
Life can be overwhelming. No, life is overwhelming. When you think of the “Happiest Place on Earth”, what do you think of?
So, what Exactly is EMDR?
Maybe you’ve heard about EMDR from a friend or you were recommended to do it by your therapist. You hear it’s the “gold standard for the treatment of trauma” but don’t understand how, or maybe you’re even scared to do it.
Boundaries
Boundaries are helpful in avoiding burnout, reducing resentment, and establishing life balance. Easy steps to help set boundaries.
Getting to Know Me – RB
My name is Rebecca. I am a Counseling Intern at Grow Psychological in Leawood, KS.
I was raised in a suburb of Kansas City, in a Deaf family. I am a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA) and American Sign Language (ASL) was my first language.
I graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Science and a Minor in Psychology. I am currently attending Walden University for a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and after graduation, I will receive my license as an LPC in the state of Kansas.
My passions include anything and everything Disney, advocating and spreading awareness for those with chronic illness, and working with children and teens. I am one of few practicing counselors in the Kansas City area who provide counseling in ASL, and I am proud to be able to serve the Deaf community in this capacity. I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2018. I believe this has given me significant insight into the world of chronic illness.
As an intern, I am shaping and forming my theoretical orientation. At this time, I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques in counseling. My services are offered at a significantly reduced rate of $35.
Book a free 15-minute consultation with me today to explore what counseling may look like for you.
Meet the Author
From a young age, I have known that I wanted to help others find peace through healing. As an intern at Grow Psychological, I am putting the skills and knowledge I have built over the past few years into practice. I am fluent in American Sign Language, so my services are offered in English and ASL. I have personal experience with chronic illnesses, disabilities, children, and adults