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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 252 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 222 min read


The Four Relationship Habits That Cause Damage—and How to Fix Them
The Four Horsemen can damage relationships—but each has a healthy antidote. Learn how to improve communication and connection.

Lauran Thomas
Jun 241 min read


Understanding Emotional Triggers in Children and Teens
Learn about common emotional triggers in children and teens and how to help them identify, understand, and regulate their emotions.

Crystal Crum
Apr 263 min read


EMDR Therapy: Healing Trauma and Negative Experiences
Discover how EMDR therapy for trauma helps reprocess painful memories, reduce distress, and promote healing from PTSD, anxiety, and phobias

Megan Mekhail
Mar 232 min read


Pulling Back the Curtain on Bad Behavior
Understanding child behavior is key to reducing tantrums and power struggles. Learn how to respond with connection instead of punishment.

Amy Zacaroli
Mar 33 min read


5 Tips to Survive the Cold Winter Months and Improve Your Mood
Struggling with winter blues? Learn how to improve your mood in winter by boosting energy, embracing coziness, and staying connected.

Kathryn Marcantel
Feb 183 min read


International Play Therapy Week – February 2-8
Celebrate International Play Therapy Week and explore the benefits of play therapy in supporting children’s healing and transformation.

Amy Zacaroli
Jan 232 min read


Group Therapy Opportunities at KS Services in 2025
Explore group therapy opportunities at KS Services in 2025. Connect, reduce isolation, and find support for children, teens, and parents.

Laura Waller
Jan 152 min read


Emotion Regulation Strategies for Children with ADHD
Learn emotion regulation strategies for children with ADHD, including proactive support, situational planning, and attention redirection.

Laura Waller
Dec 13, 20243 min read


Thoughts from a Therapist: A Self-Care & Self-Compassion List
Discover practical self-compassion and self-care tips to navigate hard times with kindness and resilience. Create your personalized list!

Kathryn Marcantel
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Grounding Techniques for Children: Practical Strategies to Reduce Anxiety
Grounding techniques for children are strategies that all ages can use to address anxiety and distress. The goal behind a grounding...

Laura Waller
Sep 26, 20244 min read


Fall Group Options at KS Services
KS Services is excited to host fall groups for children, teens, and adults starting mid-September. Groups provide a unique opportunity...

Laura Waller
Aug 28, 20232 min read


Resources for Intentional Living
When I read this quote by Alice Walker, the author of the Pulitzer prize winning novel “The Color Purple,” I feel both called out and...

Kathryn Marcantel
Jul 19, 20233 min read


Using Sensory Toys to Help with Emotional Dysregulation
Emotional dysregulation is defined as an emotional response that is poorly regulated and does not fall within the traditionally accepted...

Laura Waller
Sep 11, 20222 min read


Coping with Remote Learning
Many students across the country are going to school virtually this year, and caregivers are looking for ways to support their students...

Laura Waller
Oct 22, 20202 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 282 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 252 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 222 min read
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