Preparing for the new school year is a collaborative effort that involves planning, communication, and emotional support. By implementing these strategies, you can help your child start the school year with confidence and a positive mindset, paving the way for a successful and fulfilling academic and social journey.

Your little one is about to attend their first day of “school” and you play a crucial role in helping them transition smoothly. Here are the top 10 ways parents can help their preschooler get ready for the new school year…

We often ask our kids basic questions about how their day was, with mixed results. If you're lucky, you'll get more than a one-word answer. But what if we could get inside that growing brain—or get ahead of that tantrum by asking the right questions?

This is the tightrope walk of modern parenting: How do we raise boys who are both resilient and emotionally aware? Who can stand up for themselves while still being vulnerable?

Unchecked bullying can lead to low self-esteem, academic struggles and thoughts of self-harm. Stefanie Peachey, was interviewed by The Hamilton Spectator about this important topic...

Back to school can bring a lot of emotions, and it can be hard for kids and parents to communicate about it. To help with the mental health struggles that kids may face...

Preparing for the new school year is about setting up a supportive environment that fosters confidence, enthusiasm, and mental well-being. Here are the top 10 ways parents can help their kids get ready for the new school year…

The phrase "neurodiversity" appears to be used a lot these days. However, what exactly does the term "neurodiverse" actually mean? And, more importantly, if you are the parent of a neurodiverse, what resources are available for you…

We spoke to Simren Kanwal about the many questions that are asked about child play therapy and what you as parents can expect in deciding whether or not play therapy is a good choice for your child.

This week, we spoke to Student Therapist Shakela Austin, about Student Mental Health and how therapy can help students cope with student stress and their continued mental health…

Back to school season is upon us and whether your child is entering school for the first time or attending university, returning to school schedules and stress can be a lot to cope with. This Back to School Resource Guide helps both parents and students prepare for the year ahead…

Back to school means many things to families as they prepare their kids for the school year ahead. Often, this sets the routine and expectations for the next ten months. There are some worries or fears that can come along. This list is designed to support you and your family to ensure everyone feels supported, prepared, and excited for September!

Intimate partner violence can look different than you think. Learn what it is and how it affects children’s development.

Here are some family-friendly and digestible ways to bring up the topic of money for kids of all ages to understand. The sooner you have these conversations, the faster they can learn to create healthy money habits.

The word “love” gets thrown around so much but we need to make sure that children have a clear grasp of the meaning of love and that true love begins with themselves. Here’s how…

Kate Brockbank (RSW) will be running our When Parents Separate group program, beginning on March 22, 2022. We sat down with Kate to give us some of the benefits of this group, and why a group of this nature could benefit children whose parents are separated or divorced.

This week we are talking to registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank about Anxiety in Children, Pre-teens and Youth. This week, Kate will help us recognize whether or not what we’re seeing in our kids is anxiety or typical behaviour.

This week we are talking to registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank about Dispelling Myths about Child Mental Health. Many of us hold certain outlooks surrounding mental health, whether we are aware of them or not. This week, Kate challenged some of those beliefs.

Mental illness can distort a child’s perception of reality, how they handle conflict, how they deal with their emotions and; emotional responses. When this negative behavior becomes consistent, stronger, and inhibits their ability to interact with people and maintain relationships, it could be a cause for worry.  This week, we interviewed our Peachey Counselling and Family Support team member, Registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank, about how to recognize signs of mental illness in children and adolescents.

Unfortunately, mental health problems in children is more common than you might think. 70% of mental health concerns have their onset during childhood. Approximately 1 in 5 children and youth (under age 18) in Ontario have a mental health concern.  This week, we interviewed our Peachey Counselling and Family Support team member, Registered Social Worker, Melissa Persadie, about how to nurture your child’s mental health.