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  • Helping Your Child Cope During the Covid-19 Pandemic

    March 14, 2020

    Categories: Parenting

    On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially classified the novel coronavirus as a pandemic. As a parent, you’re likely feeling a mix of emotions, including concern about your child’s well-being. Read our blog for things you can do to support your child in this complicated, scary time.

  • Special Needs Summer Camps 2020

    By: Ben Flanagan MSW, Christin DeWit TLLP, Bethany Gilchrist MSW, Rachel Piper LLMSW, Suzi Naguib Psy.D

    March 3, 2020

    Summer is almost here, which means it's time to start thinking about camps for your child. Between work and taking care of your family, we know how difficult it can be to find the time it takes to do extensive summer camp research; which is why we did it for you! Read more for a comprehensive list..

  • Mindfulness for Kids

    By: Christin Dewit, TLLP, Rachel Piper, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    February 14, 2020

    Categories: Anxiety

    Being mindful means to pay close attention to your surroundings, thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations on purpose. Practicing mindfulness with children can help them to cope with unpleasant experiences. Read our blog for more information..

  • Navigating the Community Mental Health System

    By: Charlotte Harrington, Jaime Zavier, LLMSW, Rachel Piper, LLMSW, Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    January 6, 2020

    Community Mental Health provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to children, adolescents, and adults. Even if you are otherwise insured, you may still be eligible for CMH services through medicaid application. Read our blog for more information..

  • Specific Fear of Vomiting (SPOV)

    By: Christin Dewit, TLLP, Rachel Piper, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    November 14, 2019

    Categories: Anxiety

    Emetophobia is a mental health disorder characterized by an unrealistic and persistent fear of vomiting. If you or someone you love has avoided situations, or have been overly preoccupied by the thought of vomiting, read our blog for more information

  • How to Prepare Your Children for Halloween

    By: Alyssa Breen, Rachel Piper, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    October 30, 2019

    Categories: Anxiety, ASD, Parenting

    Halloween is a spooky and exciting holiday! For many kids, especially those with anxiety and autism, it can be overwhelming. With the right preparation and knowledge, Halloween can be fun for every child.

  • Know the Signs of a Dual Diagnosis of Down Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder

    By: Jessi Kivari, Rachel Piper, LLMSW & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    September 5, 2019

    Categories: ASD, Early Development

    This blog talks about the differences and similarities between Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder, the criteria for a dual-diagnosis, and determine appropriate next steps.

  • Back-to-School Do’s and Dont’s

    By: Allison Salk & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    August 26, 2019

    Categories: Parenting

    It’s that time of year again, back to school! The beginning of a new school year can be a stressful time for children and parents. Some toddlers are transitioning for the first time into preschool and saying goodbye to their daycare providers ..


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  • Managing Children’s Behavior at Home

    August 6, 2019

    Challenging and oppositional behaviors are common among children and adolescents, but if problem behaviors seem to occur more often than not, it may be time to implement some alternative behavioral management strategies.


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  • Therapy Skills on the Go: A comprehensive list of mobile apps to work on coping skills, organization, and social skills at home

    June 21, 2019

    The app-store can be an overwhelming place, so leave the cross-referencing and research to us. Below you will see some mobile applications ...

  • Navigating the School System

    By: Nicole Mathes, M.A., Amy Nasamran, Ph.D., & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    February 13, 2019

    When children struggle at school, there are steps that parents can take to advocate for their child within the school setting. This blog provides parents with basic information about the school system and how to officially seek help.

  • Is Young Fives the Best Fit for My Child?

    By: Rachel Piper & Suzi Naguib, Psy.D.

    January 28, 2019

    In the state of Michigan, children whose birthdays fall between May 1st and December 1st (meaning those who turn five years of age within those dates) are provided with the opportunity to attend the Young Fives program prior to kindergarten.

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