Restoration House Counseling

Restoration House Counseling Restoration House provides children and families with restorative care through individual and family counseling, education, and support.

We work with children, teens, and family units with a focus on play-based and attachment therapy to offer restoration.

Want to be a space place emotionally for your child? Here's a few tips to get you started:šŸ˜ƒ Build positive connections w...
01/25/2026

Want to be a space place emotionally for your child? Here's a few tips to get you started:
šŸ˜ƒ Build positive connections with a soft face, safe eye contact, & calm voice NO MATTER WHAT the challenge you face with your kiddo
šŸŽModel healthy behavior with the foods you eat, prioritizing sleep, & listening first
šŸ˜µā€šŸ’«Encourage expression of feelings through naming, validating, & brainstorming together how to tackle these big feelings TOGTEHER
šŸ“±Limit screen time & use the time to play together!

Creating a safe place for our kids is a practice of both physical and emotional construction. Whether it's a corner of t...
01/24/2026

Creating a safe place for our kids is a practice of both physical and emotional construction. Whether it's a corner of their bedroom or a small tent in the living room, physical barriers can offer a feeling of safety and calm our nervous systems crave. Creating emotional safety.... well, that takes a bit more finesse we'll talk about in our next post. šŸ—£Tell us about your child's favorite "safe space" in the comments!

RHC's favorite intern, Axl, wants to wish you a Happy National Cheese Lovers Day! Even though cheese is his FAVORITE, Ax...
01/20/2026

RHC's favorite intern, Axl, wants to wish you a Happy National Cheese Lovers Day! Even though cheese is his FAVORITE, Axl's best buddy helps him set healthy limits on treats. All or nothing thinking can trip up even the most disciplined puppies (and humans) - Limits help him (and me) enjoy a favorite treat while keeping up a healthy mind & body!

Online Training - March 5th - Ethics, Diversity, & Mandated Reporting - Join us for all 3 or choose what you need! Regis...
01/19/2026

Online Training - March 5th - Ethics, Diversity, & Mandated Reporting - Join us for all 3 or choose what you need! Register Here: RestorationHouseCounseling.com/training

Play is where pieces can begin to come togetherā€”without pressure or expectation. Children explore, test ideas, and expre...
01/19/2026

Play is where pieces can begin to come togetherā€”without pressure or expectation. Children explore, test ideas, and express themselves in ways that feel natural to them.

Safe, supportive relationships are at the heart of healthy development. When families prioritize connection and presence...
01/17/2026

Safe, supportive relationships are at the heart of healthy development. When families prioritize connection and presence, they create an environment where children feel secure, valued, and supported as they grow.

Trying something new can bring excitement, frustration, and self-doubt ā€” sometimes all at once. Though learning and grow...
01/15/2026

Trying something new can bring excitement, frustration, and self-doubt ā€” sometimes all at once. Though learning and growth are often thought of as noticeable steps of progress, they usually includes pauses and moments of returning to try again.

A day without visible struggles can still be demanding. Showing up, following rules, and managing emotions all require e...
01/12/2026

A day without visible struggles can still be demanding. Showing up, following rules, and managing emotions all require energy. Acknowledging this effort can help children feel seen and supported.

Did You Know? šŸ§øāœØ For kids, toys are words and play is their language.While adults use talk therapy, children use play to...
01/08/2026

Did You Know? šŸ§øāœØ For kids, toys are words and play is their language.
While adults use talk therapy, children use play to express "big feelings" they canā€™t yet put into words. Hereā€™s why it works:
šŸ§  Brain Power: Guided play can boost prefrontal cortex activation by up to 68%, helping kids manage impulses.
āš” Faster Progress: Kids often process difficult experiences up to 53% faster through play than traditional talk therapy.
āœ… Proven Success: 71% of children show significant improvement in behavior and emotional regulation.
In the playroom, we arenā€™t just "having fun"ā€”weā€™re building a lifetime toolbox of resilience and confidence. šŸ› ļøā¤ļø

Finding a moment to "press pause" is more essential than ever for busy families. Teaching children to pause creates a vi...
01/07/2026

Finding a moment to "press pause" is more essential than ever for busy families. Teaching children to pause creates a vital space between an urge and an action, helping them move away from impulsive reactions. When caregivers "practice the pause" it helps us regulate our nervous system to share our calm with our children.

Try this at home:
"Smell the Rose, Blow the Candle" šŸŒ¹šŸ•Æļø
Help your child find their "still, quiet place" with this simple breathing exercise:
Step 1: Hold up one finger as the "rose." Inhale deeply through the nose to "smell the flower."
Step 2: Pause for just a moment, enjoying the stillness between breaths.
Step 3: Use that same finger as a "candle" and exhale slowly through the mouth to "blow out the flame."

Pro-Parent Tip: Practice this when things are calm first. Making it a playful part of your daily routineā€”like before story time or bedā€”ensures it's ready to use when those 2026 "big feelings" hit!

Tuesday Tip: The Emotions Ball šŸ€āœØWant a low-pressure way to talk about "big feelings"? Try this play therapy favorite at...
01/06/2026

Tuesday Tip: The Emotions Ball šŸ€āœØ
Want a low-pressure way to talk about "big feelings"? Try this play therapy favorite at home!
The Setup: Write different emotions (Happy, Brave, Frustrated, etc.) on a soft ball or beach ball.
The Play: Toss the ball back and forth. When you catch it, look at the emotion under your thumb and share a time you felt that way.
Why it works:
āœ… Normalizes Feelings: Shows kids that everyone has a range of emotions.
āœ… Builds Vocabulary: Connects specific words to internal experiences.
āœ… Safe Connection: Play makes it easier to open up than a face-to-face talk.
Pro Tip: Lead by example! Share a small moment from your own day to show them how itā€™s done.
Whatā€™s one emotion your child is learning to name lately? šŸ‘‡

"Itā€™s officially 2026! The new year is the perfect time for a family 'reset.'Instead of just making individual resolutio...
01/05/2026

"Itā€™s officially 2026! The new year is the perfect time for a family 'reset.'
Instead of just making individual resolutions, try sitting down together to talk about your big dreams for the year ahead. Take a moment to reflect on 2025ā€”what brought you joy? What felt like a struggle?
When kids and adults set goals together, it does more than just get things doneā€”it builds deeper connection, real buy-in, and a built-in team of cheerleaders to keep everyone accountable!"

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