When we think of therapy, we often imagine quiet offices and serious conversations. But for children, especially those too young to express themselves fully in words, therapy often looks quite different. Play therapy researcher and author Garry Landreth explains, “In the play therapy experience, toys are like the child’s words, and play is the child’s... Continue Reading →
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Blog Series: Habit Four- Think Win Win
Habit Four is my personal favorite of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People because it shifts the focus from a competitive mindset to a collaborative mindset, reminding us that success does not have to come at the expense someone else’s success especially in today’s fast paced competitive society. Stephen Covey’s Habit 4: Think Win... Continue Reading →
Video Games and Male Socialization
Along with technological advancements, gaming companies have enhanced the depth and intensity of video game concepts. Rather than simply overcoming obstacles to progress to the next level, modern video games are more personalized than ever, offering countless ways to shape the game, or the story within the game, based on the player’s choices. Also, with... Continue Reading →
How to Respond to Inappropriate Jokes and Comments
Have you ever been at a family party and a family member made an inappropriate joke? Maybe you have been out with a group of friends at a restaurant or bar and a friend made a comment that had racist, sexist, or homophobic undertones. Were you ever at an office meeting and a co-worker said... Continue Reading →
