From The Wonders Collective

There is a moment most divorcing parents dread more than almost anything else in the process –  and it is not the legal paperwork, the financial negotiations, or even the loneliness of the first night in a new home. It is the moment they have to sit down with their children and say the words […]

The Best Questions to Ask Your Therapist to Track Your Own Progress Starting therapy can be one of the most rewarding decisions you ever make for your mental health. Whether you’re working through anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or simply trying to better understand yourself, therapy offers a safe space for growth and healing. But one […]

Every time I sit down to craft a therapy resource newsletter to send out to my community of child and family therapists, I freeze or shut down or just feel stuck and I have been thinking about why this is… Is it that I’ve been eyeball deep writing research literature reviews for my PhD? Maybe […]

Deciding whether or not to take medication for a mental health condition is a deeply personal and sometimes overwhelming decision. With so many treatment options available (from psychotherapy/counseling and lifestyle changes to prescription medications), it can be difficult to know what’s right for you.  Mental health medications can be life-changing for some, but they’re not […]

How to Help a Loved One Through a Period of Grief When a loved one you care about is grieving after a loss, it can be challenging to know what to say or do. It’s common for the person you care about to go through many intense and painful emotions as part of the grieving […]

Substance use disorder has symptoms, causes and treatments. Substance use disorder (SUD) is a complex and pervasive problem that 16.7% of Americans over 12 struggle with. It is driven by an intense focus or addiction to a specific substance, or a few substances, that affects someone’s everyday functioning. Common substances in America are, of course, […]

  It’s completely normal when contemplating reaching out for counseling services to ask yourself, “What kind of therapist should I see?” When you’re ready to take that first step toward better mental health, the sheer number of different professionals can feel overwhelming. Psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social workers—the list goes on.  What Type of Mental Health […]

In the landscape of play therapy tools, few items offer the versatility, accessibility, and therapeutic potential of a simple whiteboard. While sandtrays, dollhouses, and art supplies often take center stage in our playrooms, the humble dry-erase board quietly revolutionizes how children express, explore, and heal. For mental health professionals working with young clients, understanding the […]

Helping Children Cope with Divorce: What Every Parent Needs to Know Divorce is an emotional earthquake that may rock a child’s world to its core; it’s not merely a legal procedure. I’ve worked closely with kids and families navigating the storm of separation for decades as a child and family therapist. Above all, one fact […]

When a child is struggling, it can be an isolating experience. Caregivers want to do the best for them, but sometimes, it can feel as if they don’t know where to begin. In these cases, counselors and social workers who have play therapy training and experience can be invaluable resources. Professional counselors and social workers […]