Pathways to Peace 

Tony's Silence is a short book and game to help children cope with selective mutism. It is both educational and a counseling tool.

Games are powerful tools when working with children. There are so many ways that children can learn and grow through play, including...

Emma's Emotional Discovery is a short story and a game to help children better understand their emotions. It helps children understand...

Somatic symptoms can be difficult to treat because kids often lack awareness of how their symptoms are related to their emotions. Play is...

Introducing coping skills to manage emotions is a good starting point in counseling. It allows time to develop healthy rapport and...

Learn how to put together coping skill toolboxes to help children be prepared when they get upset and lose control of their emotions.

Coping skill flashcards are helpful to help kids remember what to do in the heat of the moment when they need help calming down. When...

During the first phase of counseling, I always try to focus on helping children develop coping mechanisms. This provides them with tools...