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You are Invited Back to the Table
Emotional connection is essential to developing healthy relationships. Research shows that children learn the value of emotional intimacy...
Sondra Horst
Jan 12, 20232 min read
ADHD Services Now Offered!
KS Services, LLC is proud to announce that Laura Waller, LPC, has recently finished certification to become an ADHD Certified Clinical...
Lauran Thomas
Jan 2, 20231 min read
What to Expect in Group Therapy
Group therapy typically involves one or two clinicians with a small group of clients ranging anywhere from five to ten participants. Most...
Laura Waller
Aug 31, 20222 min read
Why Group Therapy Works
As a clinician working alongside adolescents, repetitive themes emerge in session including feelings of isolation, loneliness, and...
Laura Waller
Aug 22, 20222 min read
Make Changes Together
KS Services spends time partnering with families. We want our parents to feel supported as they support their children and teens who are...
Laura Waller
Feb 9, 20221 min read
Adjusting Expectations During Seasons of Depression
As we continue in our series on supporting a teen (or anyone for that matter) with depression, our second point to keep in mind is: ...
Laura Waller
Feb 3, 20222 min read
A Safe Place
In our final post on adding in Positive Childhood Experiences, we are going to focus on the culminating recommendation - feeling safe and...
Laura Waller
Oct 13, 20212 min read
The Importance of Connection
Over the past few weeks, we have been reflecting together on the addition of Positive Childhood Experiences in our teens and children’s...
Laura Waller
Oct 6, 20213 min read
The Importance of Community
In our series on Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), we have looked at various ways parents can promote a sense of vulnerability and...
Laura Waller
Sep 30, 20213 min read
From Taking Away to Adding In
The pandemic has placed obvious strain and pressure on our children and teens. Our children have been resilient in the face of virtual...
Laura Waller
Sep 8, 20213 min read
A Must-Do Tip When Helping Teens Transition Back to In-Person School
As we continue moving forward in our series focused on returning to in-person learning, it is important to spend a few moments thinking...
Laura Waller
Sep 1, 20212 min read
Mapping Out Back to School
The “back to school jitters” are typical for any school year no matter what. During my time as a classroom teacher I would even have back...
Laura Waller
Aug 25, 20213 min read
Sign Up Now for May CONNECT Teen Girl Group!
KS Services is excited to have an in person 4-week group for teen girls focusing on the acronym CONNECT! C-cultivating compassion...
Lauran Thomas
Apr 14, 20211 min read
You Just Don't Get It! Mother & Daughter Workshop
KS Services family, please join Lauran Thomas and Laura Waller at a FREE in-person workshop focused on mother-teen daughter communication.
Lauran Thomas
Mar 17, 20211 min read
Development and the Impact of Age on Behavior
As we continue our focus on parenting, we want to be sure you have some practical and applicable tips for your use. Information is great...
Laura Waller
Mar 10, 20211 min read
Wait….What is Going On?!
Development and the Impact of Age on Behavior As we continue focusing on parenting in a pandemic (which applies to parenting outside of a...
Laura Waller
Mar 3, 20214 min read
Resources for Parenting All Ages and Stages
If you are looking for more resources on parenting, check out these go-to guides we recommend for parents of our clients. These books...
Laura Waller
Feb 3, 20211 min read
Identifying Your Parenting Style in a Pandemic
Barbara Johnson said, “to be in your children’s memories tomorrow, you have to be present in their lives today.” This is a tall order,...
Laura Waller
Jan 27, 20214 min read
Teens and Self-Compassion - A Missing Link for Wellness
Often parents are told about self-esteem and the importance of increasing levels of self-esteem in children and teens. While the...
Laura Waller
Nov 11, 20203 min read
Enhance Virtual Learning at Home with Fidget Toys
Laura Waller, MS , of KS Services offers some helpful insights for parents and caregivers on how to improve student support at home for...
Laura Waller
Nov 2, 20201 min read
How Big Is Your Child's Fear?
A lot of children are anxious these days. In fact, anxiety is the most common mental health diagnosis in the United States for children...
Amy Zacaroli
Sep 28, 20252 min read
When Is It Time to Talk to a Therapist? How to Recognize When Distress Goes Beyond “Normal”
Is your distress lasting too long or interfering with daily life? Learn when it’s time to seek therapy for yourself or a teen loved one.
Lauran Thomas
Aug 25, 20252 min read
Helping Teens (and Ourselves) Focus on What We Get a Vote In
Help your teen build emotional resilience by focusing on what they get a vote in. Download a free visual and start a conversation that matters.
Lauran Thomas
Jul 22, 20252 min read
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