Indy Child Therapist, LLC

01/13/2026

Does your child worry more than most kids their age?
Expecto Tranquillo is an 8-week Harry Potter–themed anxiety group where young wizards and witches learn real CBT and coping skills disguised as spells, potions, and charms.

Through playful “magical training,” kids practice calming their bodies, challenging tricky thoughts, and taking brave steps—even when their anxiety tries to stop them.
Perfect for imaginative kids who need real tools to manage big worries.
Register today at www.indychildtherapist.com/therapy-groups

01/11/2026

Hard mornings aren’t usually about attitude — they’re about overwhelm, rushed nervous systems, and too many decisions in too little time. When kids struggle with transitions, anxiety, ADHD, sensory needs, or just plain exhaustion, mornings become friction points.

Here’s are some examples of practical tips you can use that set expectations and reduces the executive-function load for everyone.

01/10/2026

If you’re waiting to feel like you’re “doing it right,” here’s your reminder: parenting isn’t built in big, perfect moments. It’s built in the small ones. The pause instead of the snap. The apology after a hard moment. The breath you took before responding. Those moments teach your child regulation, repair, and safety. Small wins count. Every single one.

01/10/2026

Parenting a child with OCD can feel overwhelming—especially when their anxiety pulls the whole family into patterns you never intended.
SPACE to Grow is an 8-week parent group grounded in Eli Lebowitz’s SPACE protocol, designed to help you reduce accommodations, set healthy boundaries, and support your child’s independence and resilience.

You’ll learn clear, research-backed steps for responding to your child’s anxiety in ways that strengthen their coping—not their OCD.
Register today at www.indychildtherapist.com/therapy-groups

01/07/2026

If the first week back to school has you wondering, “Why is my child falling apart the second they get in the ca or home?"- you’re not alone. After-school meltdowns are incredibly common, especially for kids who are anxious, sensitive, neurodiverse, or just working SO hard to keep it together all day.

Here are three reasons this happens:

1️⃣ They’ve been holding it together all day.
School requires constant emotional control—waiting their turn, remembering rules, navigating peers, following directions, managing sensory input. By pickup time, their internal battery is drained.

2️⃣ Transitions are hard on the nervous system.
Shifting from the structure of school into the noise, freedom, and unpredictability of home is a huge gear-change. Their brains need time to recalibrate.

3️⃣ They melt down because you are safe.
Kids release their hardest feelings with the person they feel securely attached to. That’s not disrespect—it’s a sign that they trust you enough to unravel.

And here are three things that help:

✔️ Build a buffer zone.
Quiet drive home, limited questions, calming music, or a snack + 10 minutes of downtime can make a huge difference.

✔️ Use previewing.
“First 15 minutes to unwind, then homework.”
Predictability reduces stress and cuts down on power struggles.

✔️ Lead with co-regulation, not correction.
Instead of “Stop it,” try:
“I see you’re overwhelmed. Let’s take a breath together and then we’ll figure out what you need.”

You’re not doing anything wrong.
Your child isn’t doing anything wrong.
This is exactly what it looks like when a nervous system comes home to safety and finally exhales.

01/06/2026

NOW ENROLLING FOR SPRING GROUPS!!!
✨ Groups for Kids

Bold & Brave Club (2nd–4th grade)
Confidence-building group for kids struggling with separation, social worries, or trying new things.

Superhero Academy (1st–3rd grade)
Play-based social skills group that strengthens teamwork, communication, and emotional expression.

Expecto Tranquillo (5th-7th)
A magical CBT-based anxiety group for imaginative kids who need tools for managing big worries.

Bridges (3rd–5th grade)
Divorce and family-transition support group using art, storytelling, and coping skill practice.

✨ Groups for Teens
Feel the Music (9th–10th grade)
Creative expression and emotional awareness through playlists, rhythm, and guided reflection.

Teen DBT Group (high school)
A skills-based program for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and communication.

✨ Groups for Parents
Making Parenting Magical
Virtual skills group for creating calmer routines, reducing power struggles, and building cooperation.

SPACE to Grow (Parents of kids with OCD/anxiety)
Based on Eli Lebowitz’s SPACE Protocol, this group helps caregivers reduce accommodations and support kids more effectively.

If your child, or your family, needs support, connection, and effective tools, we’d love to have you.
Register today at www.indychildtherapist.com/therapy-groups

12/29/2025

We are so grateful to come alongside so many children, teens, and families this year. As our practice continues to grow, we’re deeply grateful for the trust families place in us to care for their children’s mental health.

From individual therapy to groups, professional trainings, and community events, we’ve had the privilege of walking with kids and families through big feelings, brave moments, and meaningful growth. We love this work, and we’re grateful to see its impact throughout Central Indiana.

As we look ahead, we’re excited to share that we already have 8 groups planned for 2026 and a BIG announcement coming in Quarter 2 of 2026 that we can’t wait to share.

Thank you for being part of our journey and for trusting us with the care of your kids.

12/23/2025

12/15/2025

Every hero needs training—and some kids need a little extra practice with teamwork, communication, and friendship skills.
Superhero Academy is an 8-week play-based group for 1st–3rd graders where kids learn social “superpowers” through cooperative games, missions, and imaginative hero challenges.

If your child could use support with flexibility, emotional expression, or getting along with peers, this group gives them a fun, structured place to grow.
Enrollment is open for our January session—save your spot today.

12/11/2025

We’re excited to highlight for our full lineup of evidence-based therapy groups for kids, teens, and parents. If your family is navigating anxiety, emotional regulation, friendship struggles, divorce transitions, or OCD-related challenges, we have a supportive group designed just for you.

✨ Groups for Kids

Bold & Brave Club (2nd–4th grade)
Confidence-building group for kids struggling with separation, social worries, or trying new things.

Superhero Academy (1st–3rd grade)
Play-based social skills group that strengthens teamwork, communication, and emotional expression.

Expecto Tranquillo (5th-7th)
A magical CBT-based anxiety group for imaginative kids who need tools for managing big worries.

Bridges (3rd–5th grade)
Divorce and family-transition support group using art, storytelling, and coping skill practice.

✨ Groups for Teens

Feel the Music (9th–10th grade)
Creative expression and emotional awareness through playlists, rhythm, and guided reflection.

Teen DBT Group (high school)
A skills-based program for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and communication.

✨ Groups for Parents

Making Parenting Magical
Virtual skills group for creating calmer routines, reducing power struggles, and building cooperation.

SPACE to Grow (Parents of kids with OCD/anxiety)
Based on Eli Lebowitz’s SPACE Protocol, this group helps caregivers reduce accommodations and support kids more effectively.

If your child—or your family—needs support, connection, and evidence-based tools, we’d love to have you.
Register today at www.indychildtherapist.com/therapy-groups

12/10/2025

PARENT ONLY GROUPS ARE HERE!!
You asked and we answered- we have TWO amazing virtual groups just for parents. Go to https://indychildtherapist.com/therapy-groups/ to get more information or register!
SPACE to Grow
When your child struggles with OCD or anxiety, it’s easy to feel stuck—caught between wanting to help and accidentally feeding the cycle. SPACE to Grow gives parents a clear, evidence-based roadmap to reduce accommodations, strengthen supportive communication, and shift the family system so your child can move toward independence.
Making Parenting Magical
If every request turns into a standoff—or you feel like you’re repeating the same instruction all evening—you’re not doing anything wrong. Making Parenting Magical gives parents simple, consistent tools to reduce arguing, stop power struggles, and bring calm back into daily routines. Our virtual group is a supportive space to learn scripts, strategies, and real-life solutions that work.