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How to Really Connect with Teens (and Kids) During the Holiday Break
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This Fall, we welcomed back teens in-person to our new group room for the Circle Up Teen Group program. In the past several weeks, it's been such a pleasure to watch the teens share with each other, express their honest feelings, give each other feedback and support, and make connection...

Increase Your Happiness Score for Thanksgiving
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As we enter the holiday season, it is helpful to keep in mind that this time can come with a mix of emotions. Not to mention, we are still in a pandemic and continue to be faced with uncertainty. Some people approach the holiday season with high expectations of excitement, while others struggle with...

10+ Tips for a Positive School Transition During the Pandemic
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Dear Parents & Friends, The back to school transition is always filled with a wide array of emotions, and this year certainly has its added challenges. All of our staff therapists have shared tips (for both parents and students) for making this school transition as positive as possible. ...

Start Planning Now for a Positive Summer
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The past year has presented many challenges for maintaining social connections and nurturing friendships. Children and teens have felt the impact of this even more significantly, given that they typically rely on school or organized group activities to connect and interact. The isolation caused b...