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Balancing screen time during the summer.

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Balancing Childhood and Summer Screen Time: Tips for a Healthy & Fun Vacation Summer is a wonderful time for children to relax, explore, and enjoy the outdoors. However, with the rise of digital devices, many parents wonder how to balance screen time and outdoor activities during the holidays. Too much screen time can impact kids’ […]

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Helping kids manage anxiety during summertime.

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Helping Kids Manage Anxiety During the Summer Months Summer is often associated with fun, relaxation, and new adventures for kids. However, for some children, this time can also bring about feelings of anxiety. Changes in routine, social expectations, or uncertainty about upcoming activities can contribute to heightened worries. As parents, caregivers, or educators, understanding how […]

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Anxiety Across Ages: Tailoring Therapeutic Approaches for Children and Teens

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Young people encounter many stressors that can cause anxious feelings, from social dynamics to academic pressures and more. Anxiety manifests differently at various stages of development, and it’s essential to understand the signs of anxiety to ensure children receive effective treatment. True North Counseling Services in Tampa, Florida, is here to explain tailoring therapeutic approaches […]

Filed Under: Anxiety, Teens/Children

Parenting a Child With ADD/ADHD: A Therapist’s Guide to Support and Strategies in Tampa, FL

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Parenting a child with ADD/ADHD is both rewarding and challenging. To best support your child, it’s essential to understand their unique needs and create an environment that ensures they can thrive and grow. As therapists specializing in ADHD therapy in Tampa, Florida, True North Counseling Services has compiled a guide to support and strategies to […]

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The Power of Play: Understanding the Benefits of Play Therapy in Counseling in Tampa, FL

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For young clients in counseling, traditional talk therapy is not always the most effective approach, as some children have difficulty expressing their thoughts and feelings verbally. Some professionals use play therapy, a dynamic, engaging therapeutic technique that fosters growth through creative expression. The team at True North Counseling Services is here to explain more about the […]

Filed Under: Teenagers, Teens/Children