Child Development

Cary M. Hamilton of Olympia Therapy

Parenting Sensory Processing Neurodivergence.

Alright, listen up. Parenting today—it’s like you’ve been handed a manual that’s missing half the pages, but you’re expected to be an expert

Cary M. Hamilton

May 313 min read

Mental Health

Embracing Diversity and Love

As the vibrant colors of summer bloom around us, we step into a month of celebration, reflection, and advocacy: Pride Month.

Understanding and Addressing the Impact of Child Abuse: A Guide for Parents and Therapists

Apr 193 min read

Child Mental Health

Understanding and Addressing the Impact of Child Abuse: A Guide for Parents and Therapists

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and cultivating an environment where the safety and well-being

Oct 18, 20235 min read

Neurodiversity

Navigating The Maze That Is ADHD

October is here, and so is ADHD Awareness Month. It is a time to shed light on the complexities of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Feb 3, 20235 min read

What is Play Therapy?

Play therapy is more than just “play.” It heals children in their own language. What is Play Therapy?

Morgan Teachworth White & Cary Hamilton

Nov 16, 20223 min read

Parenting

Gratitude is learned at home

What most parents, including myself, hope for their children is that they will be grateful for and acknowledge what they have.

Six Ways to Ease Transitions- Back to School 2022

Aug 31, 20224 min read

Parenting

Six Ways to Ease Transitions- Back to School 2022

The seasons are changing, and we’re headed back into one of the biggest transitions -- going from summer to the school year.

Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton

Nov 16, 20214 min read

Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton

FALL into Your Interoception Sense

Our interoception sensory system works to bring awareness to the inner workings of our body and regulate our internal physical states

Nov 2, 20214 min read

Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton

FALL into Your Gustatory Sense

Fall is the season that brings out my favorite treats, and many are enjoyed during my family’s Thanksgiving feast.

Oct 29, 20214 min read

FALL into Your Auditory Sense

I am not sure about your home on thanksgiving, but my home is rather loud with talking, laughter, and children running around; this is...

Oct 26, 20214 min read

Fall Into Your Visual Sense

How many of your children have come home from school complaining about the lighting in the school? Maybe they have mentioned it hurts...

Oct 24, 20214 min read

Cary M. Hamilton & Sarah Moran

FALL Into Your Tactile Sense

It is fall, which means it is the start of sweater weather. Have you ever bought a sweater that was absolutely adorable, but ...

The pandemics' greatest impact has been on our children's mental health.

May 10, 20218 min read

Cary M. Hamilton & Katrina Swenson

The pandemics' greatest impact has been on our children's mental health.

We are a year into the pandemic and we can really see the impact of the last year on our children. We can FEEL it too.

Let's be honest, there is no lemonade coming out of this pandemic.

Mar 3, 202110 min read

Parenting

Let's be honest, there is no lemonade coming out of this pandemic.

For February, we’re focusing on parent burnout! I’m not sure why, actually. It’s about one year into the Pandemic, and honestly,

Feb 10, 20214 min read

Play Heals! National Play Therapy Week

What is Play Therapy? Play Therapy is an evidence-based practice for working with children to improve their mental health. Play Therapy uses

Dec 9, 202012 min read

The Weight of Distance Learning

Let’s understand the weight of distance learning. The education system has struggled to apply known brain science and research on the...

Oct 29, 20203 min read

Cary M. Hamilton & Sarah Moran

Teen Anxiety is REAL!

Events like big tests, giving a presentation in front of the class, or a big game (among other things) can all create...

Oct 14, 20205 min read

Could it be ADHD?

October is ADHD Awareness Month. Let’s start with some quick facts about ADHD: ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

The Functional Four: Sensory Secrets about the Senses You Did Know About

Oct 9, 20207 min read

The Functional Four: Sensory Secrets about the Senses You Did Know About

We thought it was important to inform parents and educators that we have EIGHT senses, not five!

Aug 18, 20204 min read

Normal is not here yet

We are still living within a global pandemic. This fall, as we face online and/or distant learning, families are panicking.

Jul 14, 202054 min read

CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

A review or our Newsletter CONNECTIONS, all in one place.

Jun 17, 20205 min read

Terrific Two!

You’ll hear the term “terrible two’s” from family and friends, but really Two’s are misunderstood! Two’s can be exhausting. . .

We have choices to make. Actions to take.

Jun 4, 20204 min read