Coralie Snelson, Ed.S School Psychologist

10/01/2024

✨ Gifted children often feel the weight of high expectations, which can lead to anxiety. As parents, we need to be mindful of the unique pressures they face and offer the support they need. 💬

🔑 Tip 1: Create a safe space for open conversations. Encourage your child to express their fears, and remind them that it’s okay to fail or not know something. Normalizing uncertainty helps reduce their anxiety. 🌱

🧠 Tip 2: When anxiety strikes, grounding techniques can help keep your child calm and present. Try the "5-4-3-2-1 Technique" to shift their focus to their senses: 👁 5 things you can see
👂 4 things you can hear
🤚 3 things you can touch
👃 2 things you can smell
👅 1 thing you can taste

⚖️ Tip 3: Finally, balance is key. Gifted children thrive on challenge, but over-scheduling can increase their stress. Make sure they have enough downtime to relax and recharge. Sometimes, less is more!

💡 How do you support your child’s emotional well-being and manage their busy schedules? Share your tips in the comments below! 👇

09/26/2024

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09/11/2024

🌟 Are you struggling to keep your gifted child motivated during classwork? Try the Choice Board approach! 🎨📚

Here's how it works: 1️⃣ Create a Board: Design a visual board with various tasks or activities related to their classwork. 2️⃣ Incorporate Interests: Include options that match their interests, like drawing or creative projects. 3️⃣ Set Guidelines: Provide clear expectations for completing tasks, including deadlines and quality standards. 4️⃣ Allow Flexibility: Let them choose their tasks and order, giving them control and engagement.

The Choice Board makes learning personalized and exciting, reducing resistance and boosting motivation! 🌈✨

09/07/2024

🎉✨ Celebrating one year of turning dreams into reality! 🥳 I’m so incredibly grateful for my amazing husband, who’s been my partner in crime through it all—painting walls and embracing every wild idea I’ve had. 💪💖 To my wonderful girls, your smiles and motivation keep me going every day. 🌟👧👧 Huge thanks to my colleagues for their unwavering support and to my incredible clients who have traveled from as far as Davenport to see me. Your trust and enthusiasm mean the world! 🌍💼 I feel so lucky to be able to do what I love and still be present with my family. Here’s to many more years of this amazing journey! 🚀💕

09/04/2024

Twice-exceptional (2e) children are both gifted and challenged, possessing a unique blend of strengths and difficulties. Understanding their needs is the first step toward supporting their success! Let’s spread awareness to ensure every 2e child receives the care they deserve.

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08/26/2024

🌟 So appreciative of all the parents who trust me to evaluate their children! It’s truly an honor to play a role in their journey. 💖 Check out this amazing review from one of our wonderful parents!