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Watching your child struggle is very hard and causes parents to feel alone and helpless.

We are licensed psychologists who specialize in helping children, adolescents, and their families with treatments that really work and are supported by science and research. We can help by providing personalized, research-backed treatments that address both the immediate concerns and long-term well-being of your child. Our experienced team is here to guide you and your family toward a path of growth and healing, ensuring your child thrives emotionally, socially, and academically.

08/05/2025

As parents, meeting with school officials can be incredibly intimidating, with reports and evaluations made to be confusing.

But what if you could walk into that room with unseen superpowers? 🦹♀️

Meet our Educational Consulting & Advocacy Services—where you can gain a toolkit full of:

✔️Clarity
✔️Direction
✔️Support

Walk into your next meeting feeling confident in your abilities to be the best possible advocate for your child. Don’t go it alone—we’re here to help. Call 832-974-1176 to learn more!

07/30/2025

When a tragedy like the recent Texas floods befalls a community, finding 🩵strength, 🩵solace, and 🩵comfort in one another is how people survive such extreme trauma.

But sometimes you need more.

That’s why, at Thriving Child Center, we created a Trauma Clinic specifically here to help you navigate such extreme loss as a community, an individual, and especially as a parent.

Our hearts go out to everyone grieving these recent events, and we are here for you.
Because healing can’t wait, and support should be immediate, accessible, and deeply connected.

07/22/2025

It’s officially back-to-school season, and that means school supplies, new routines…and pediatrician visits for those annual vaccinations. 😬

But what if those shots didn’t have to be so stressful for your child or you?

In today’s brand-new episode of the Educated Parent podcast, Dr. Leah Clionsky sits down with internationally recognized pediatric pain expert Dr. Jody Thomas to talk about how to make vaccinations almost painless. 💉✨

Dr. Thomas is a clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and founder of the MEG Foundation, a nonprofit on a mission to empower families to manage pain and medical anxiety.

You’ll walk away with science-backed, parent-approved strategies to make your next doctor’s visit smoother, calmer, and more kid-friendly.

Tune in and learn how you can help take the sting out of shots day. 💪

🎙️ Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

07/21/2025

It’s the end of a long day. You’re exhausted, but your kid?

They’re wired with a burst of energy that seems to come out of nowhere. And it seems to be happening EVERY NIGHT!

So now you’re finding yourself wondering, “Is this normal?”

The answer is yes , those bedtime zoomies are a real thing, and so common that we dedicated an entire episode to them!

Tune in to Episode 7 of the Educated Parent podcast to learn why it happens and how to handle it, wherever you get your podcasts.

07/15/2025

Parenting is tough. Some days you feel on top of the world—and others, you’re just trying to keep it together.

The Calm & Connected Program helps you stay calm when things get hard, feel confident even in the chaos, and actually connect you with your child, even after a rough moment.

You’ll get real support from parents who understand, plus guidance from a psychologist who gets that all your feelings make sense.

If you’re ready to feel more grounded and less alone in this, this program is for you.

& booking couldn’t be easier! Sign up at 👉https://buff.ly/HlLwCwM

07/11/2025

If you have an anxious child, you know that moment well.

The moment when your child is sure something awful is going to happen.

“I’ll mess up.”

“Everyone will laugh.”

“I just know it’s going to be bad.”

Instead of saying “That won’t happen”, try this reframe from Dr. Ivy Ruths:

“It’s possible…but is it probable?”

This simple check helps kids challenge their fear instead of just hearing us dismiss it. And over time? It builds real confidence.

🎧 Episode 10 of the Educated Parent podcast has more tools like this for supporting anxious kids.

07/06/2025

💔 Talking to Your Kids About the Tragedy at Camp Mystic
This week’s news out of Camp Mystic is heartbreaking. If you’re wondering how to talk to your child about it—or whether you even should—I recorded a special, unedited episode of The Educated Parent Podcast to help.

🎧 Listen to it wherever you get your podcasts or watch the video here: https://buff.ly/ITki2gi

This episode shares 4 simple strategies for supporting your child through this tragedy:
1. Talk to them calmly and age-appropriately
2. Let them know they’re safe
3. Give them space to feel their emotions
4. Limit their exposure to scary media

👇 And if you’re looking for support, here are trusted resources:
🧡 Free Community Support (Monday, July 7):
• Conative Group – 4 PM – 4130 Bellaire Blvd #208
• Luna – 5 PM – 5757 Woodway Dr
🧒 Therapy for Kids:
• Thriving Child Center
• BWell Counseling
• Houston OCD and Anxiety
• Houston Anxiety and Wellness Center
🧠 Therapy for Adults:
• Coping Resource Center
• Houston Therapy

You're not alone in navigating this. We're holding these families close, and we’re here to help you support yours. 💛

06/30/2025

Parenting Reminder: It’s Okay to Take Space

If your child is melting down and emotions are running high, stepping away isn't abandoning them—it's modeling regulation and boundaries.

There's a lot of noise out there saying that time-outs or sending your child to their room are harmful. But here's the truth:

Ignoring your child’s feelings is NOT helpful.

But taking a moment to regulate so you can respond calmly and intentionally—that’s healthy parenting.

Sometimes, the most loving thing you can do is step away, catch your breath, and wait until both you and your child are in a better state to reconnect.

06/23/2025

Meet Dr. Whitney Fosco!!

Whitney is the BRAINS behind the Calm and Connected Program.

She has a strong desire to help parents navigate their feelings and emotions in a way that supports the overall family dynamic.

After all…a healthy parent makes a big impact on creating a healthy atmosphere where their children can thrive.

Dr. Fosco has extensive training and knowledge in trauma-informed care, along with a modified approach for underserved and excluded folks, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ families.

Check out Dr. Whitney Fosco and how she leads the Calm and Connected Program at https://buff.ly/JMzejpS

06/18/2025

We enter parenting with good intentions, whether it’s breaking generational cycles or simply doing things differently.

The goal is to love our kids and teach them well.

However, as parents, feelings like sadness, overwhelm, irritability, confusion, and anger can take over.

Spilling over onto our children and creating an unwanted dynamic.

Calm and Connected is a program specifically designed for you, parents, to help you break the vicious cycle of unwanted feelings.

Begin feeling proud, validated, and supported by a therapist who teaches you skills and other parents who are navigating the same challenges.

Turn those negative feelings into feeling regulated in your emotions, calm, connected to your child, and confident in your parenting.

Find out which option of the Calm and Connected Program is right for you at https://buff.ly/JMzejpS

06/10/2025

You’re not like other families! And we love that about you! 🤗

At Thriving Child Center, we know that every family’s needs are different, and we’re here to support you in the way that works best for YOU!

Prefer in-person sessions? Visit us at either of our Houston, TX locations in or .

Need flexibility? Our virtual sessions bring expert care right to your home!

No matter where you are, we’re here to help you and your child thrive. 💙

Reach out today to get started!

https://buff.ly/B8ZEMTa

06/04/2025

We all imagine being calm, fair, and patient parents. But then our kid refuses to put on shoes—or slams a door—and we feel anything but calm.

Those big emotions? They’re real, and they often come from our past, not just the present moment.

The Calm and Connected Program helps you understand those reactions and parent with intention, not guilt.

No judgment, just support.

Sign up for this one-of-a-kind, virtual, 8-week program at 👉 https://buff.ly/ePDiTMU

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