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Embracing Neurodiversity
As a mental health specialist, I’ve learned that no two brains are the same – and that’s a wonderful thing.
Cary M. Hamilton
Mar 186 min read
This March, Our Bodies Remember: Navigating a World of Uncertainty
Five years ago, the world stopped.
March 2020 brought a global experience of fear, disbelief, grief, and isolation. It was a collective
Cary M. Hamilton
Mar 13 min read
The Therapeutic Power of Play: Why Play Therapy Works
Imagine this: your child is engaged in a make-believe battle, complete with roaring dinosaurs and epic explosions.
Cary M. Hamilton of Olympia Therapy
Feb 24 min read
Gratitude As A Lighthouse
Life is often like navigating a restless sea, full of surprise currents, sudden storms, and the constant tug of distractions.
Olympia Therapy
Nov 26, 20243 min read
Putting a Freeze on the Holiday Meltdowns
While we love to fantasize about winter wonderlands and the holiday spirit, any parent knows that meltdowns are just as prevalent as snowfla
Olympia Therapy
Nov 4, 20244 min read
Mental Health Matters: Here are 6 Ways to Improve Yours
Today is World Mental Health Day. A day recognized by many that is designed to raise awareness around mental health and promote mental...
Olympia Therapy
Oct 10, 20244 min read
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
Oct 4, 20246 min read
Navigating Teen Stress in a World Without Phones at School
This year, our local school districts and schools across the country have started cracking down on cell phone use, implementing stricter...
Olympia Therapy
Sep 9, 20245 min read
What's in a label? Why they matter in mental health.
Mental Health Labels
In recent years, the conversation surrounding mental health has taken significant strides towards openness and ...
Amy Pittman LMHCA & Cary Hamilton LMHCS
May 20, 20242 min read
Decoding Mental Health Buzzwords: Social Use vs Clinical Definitions
In today’s digital age, where information is shared rapidly across social platforms, certain mental health terms have entered our...
Amy Pittman LMHCA & Cary Hamilton LMHCS
May 9, 20245 min read
Mental Health Is Health: Nurturing Wellness for All Ages
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s a beautiful opportunity to focus on our well-being.
Cary M. Hamilton
May 5, 20243 min read
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
Cary M. Hamilton of Olympia Therapy
Apr 19, 20243 min read
Gratitude Can Be A Lighthouse
We often find ourselves adrift in the delightfully unpredictable journey of life, awash with a tsunami of tweets, texts, and TikToks. Ah,...
Olympia Therapy
Nov 21, 20233 min read
The Silent Crisis: Unmasking ADHD in Our Girls
ADHD in girls might manifest differently, but it's not an enigma.
Cary M. Hamilton
Oct 28, 20234 min read
The Value of Continuing Therapy in the Summer Months!
As the school year comes to an end, many parents may be wondering if they should continue their child's therapy sessions during the...
Cary M. Hamilton
Jun 30, 20233 min read
What is Play Therapy?
Play therapy is more than just “play.” It heals children in their own language.
What is Play Therapy?
Olympia Therapy
Feb 3, 20235 min read
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.
Olympia Therapy
Nov 16, 20223 min read
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.
Morgan Teachworth White & Cary Hamilton
Aug 31, 20224 min read
Mental health is HEALTH
One thing the pandemic of the last couple of years has proven to us is that mental health is at the core of our well-being.
Olympia Therapy
May 3, 20227 min read
What is Play Therapy?
Taking care of a child's emotional and psychological world is just as important as caring for the health of their body and teeth.
Olympia Therapy
Feb 4, 20224 min read
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
Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton
Nov 16, 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...
Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton
Oct 29, 20214 min read
FALL into Your Olfactory Sense
Our olfactory (smell) system is a powerful one. As many people know, it is common for fragrances, odors, and other smells...
Celia Courser and Cary M. Hamilton
Oct 27, 20214 min read
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 ...
Olympia Therapy
Oct 24, 20214 min read
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