It Takes a Village: Gender IdentityHow to Talk to Your Kids About Gender Listen in as Dr. Kym explores the topic of gender identity. In this series, you’ll learn parenting skills and strategies across a wide range of topics.
What is a Neuropsychological Evaluation?A neuropsychological evaluation is a very thorough assessment of a brain’s strengths and weaknesses. The goal is to capture what the brain can and cannot do, in order to best treat and provide recommendations for the patient and their family. The recommendations are used to maintain strengths and improve weaknesses.It is […]
In the book, “How To Do The Work,” Dr. Nicole LePera defines trauma bonding as, “Describes the relationship between two people with insecure attachments (not healthy secure attachments.) This is a problematic bond that is reinforced by neurochemical expressions of reward (love) and punishment (removal of love.)” This is an interesting way to define relationships. […]
Check out Dr. Kym’s appearance with the Glen Ellyn Public Library, where she leads monthly discussions on topics to help adults interact positively with children, adolescents, and young adults so that they can experience and grow in a safe and healthy environment.
In light of the holiday season, it seems like adding another stop on our self-compassion journey is essential! Last post we discussed the first element of self-compassion: mindfulness. Next Stop: common humanity! Though Valentine’s season may be a great and wonderful holiday for some, others may start to increase their negative self-talk – from judging […]
Kym Larson was a college student with a passionate interest in learning what makes people tick, when she earned extra money as an ABA therapist for autistic children. She noticed the incredible amount of time the children’s parents spent taking the child from one appointment to another. These children needed help with speech pathology, counseling, […]
Click to watch episode 3 of She’s the Moment, as Dr. Kymberly Larson, shares tips for grandmas on how to pay attention to AND what we should know about the behavioral, emotional, academic and developmental stages of our grandchildren (and their parents!).
Reframing Attention Seeking Behavior:Understanding and Responding with a Connection LensWe all seek belonging and worth from those around us. We desire and need to feel connected to others – this is a fundamental element of the human condition. For younger children especially, developing a healthy attachment to those in their world, seeking responsiveness from caregivers, […]
The interchange of emotional expression – at all stages and ages – has the power to help create connection and belonging, and this, in turn, cultivates self-esteem and determination. When we help children identify and express feelings, it leads to better school outcomes, healthier relationships, and a positive sense of self. By navigating with empathy to […]
“At its root, perfectionism isn’t really about a deep love of being meticulous. It’s about fear. Fear of making a mistake. Fear of disappointing others. Fear of failure. Fear of success.” -Michael LawI’ve noticed a trend in our culture—the trend to do everything without effort, the trend to judge yourself based on the amount that […]