Guiding Arrows Counseling

08/28/2025

As your kiddo comes home from school, remember this:

- Meltdowns aren’t manipulation; they’re release.

- And unmasking isn’t a setback; it’s healing.

If you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child, you might know this pattern all too well: your child seems calm, polite, and “fine” all day at school, but the second they walk through the door at home, the meltdowns begin. You may feel confused, frustrated, or even blamed. But here’s the truth...

08/17/2025

New week, new day, new capacity. It only takes 3 questions to come back to yourself and your child.

Have you ever noticed that some days you wake up ready to take on the world and other days, just getting out of bed feels like a victory? That’s capacity. It shifts daily, sometimes even moment by moment. Two minutes ago you walked to the kitchen feeling just fine to do the dishes, but then you

08/03/2025

Back to School Without the Meltdowns: For Parents of Neurodivergent Kids

Neuro-warrior parents, If you're staring down the school year with a mix of hope, dread, and 17 unanswered emails from the district, take a breath. You’re not alone. And you’re not behind. For our neurodivergent kids, back-to-school doesn’t just mean new folders and fresh shoes. It often means

06/23/2025

🌿Welcome to Guiding Arrows Counseling

We’re your trusted group practice in Aledo supporting children, teens, and families through the understanding of neurodivergence, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and big life transitions. Whether your child needs play therapy, teen support, or holistic neurofeedback, our team is here to walk alongside you every step of the way. 💛