Dr. Kymberly Larson, presents a fun and informative series on raising children in our ever-changing world! For adults with young to adolescent-age children. Whether your child was in full-remote, hybrid, or in-person class, the 2020-21 school year was anything but typical. Learn tips and tricks to help your child process their experience so they can […]
I know- Mindfulness is such a buzzword and can often be confused as a throw away term, similar to “just breathe”. But really, mindfulness helps exponentially with self-compassion. Hear me out!
Hi, I’m Shirley Flickinger. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and School Counselor.
Registration is now open for our Summer Executive Function Workshop Executive Function Workshop5 day WorkshopAges: 6th – 10th GradersDates: June 12 – 16, 2021 Time: 6:00p – 7:30pFormat: In-person/virtualTherapist: Abigail BackerTopics Covered: Organization, time management, study skills and more. Register by calling 630-474-4353 TO REGISTER, CALL MARVELOUS MINDS AT (630) 474-4353
I wasn’t always an art therapist. I enjoyed drawing and painting from a young age, but I didn’t enjoy art because I had talent. It was so much more than that. Art gave me meaning. When I explored art, I found value in myself. When I created art, I gained self-esteem. In my young mind, […]
Self Compassion Last article I introduced the concept of self-compassion and raised awareness toward its many scientific benefits, but the question remains: What exactly is self-compassion and what is it not? The attention surrounding self-compassion has grown rapidly throughout the last decade, yet it is still misunderstood by many. To best help answer those questions […]
An Interview with Samantha Walsh What made you decide to enter this field? I struggled with learning disabilities as a child – I couldn’t read until I was 12-years-old – and experienced low self-esteem because of it. The only thing that made me feel good about myself was art; I was really good at it, […]
“Perfectionism is a self-destructive and addictive belief system that fuels this primary thought: If I look perfect, live perfectly, and do everything perfectly, I can avoid or minimize the painful feelings of shame, judgment, and blame.” -Brene Brown The first time I heard about the term perfectionism was when I watched a Brene Brown shame […]
Registration is now open for our Spring Executive Function Workshop
Meeting (your)Self-Compassion Kumbaya: For a moment mindfully consider the concept of self-compassion. While reflecting, notice what the experience of self-compassion looks and feels like. Allow yourself to be an observer – noting any words, images, memories, judgments, or sensations that arise. Now let’s get a bit meta: Reflect on your reflection of self-compassion. Did the […]