Abshier Psychological Services

07/23/2025

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07/23/2025

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07/22/2025

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07/18/2025

07/18/2025

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07/13/2025

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07/04/2025

Wondering how to help your child enjoy the 4th of July without feeling overwhelmed by the sights and sounds of fireworks or large crowds?

Here are a few ways you can support your child’s sensory needs:
⭐️ Show videos of firework celebrations to your child to help them know what to expect.
⭐️ Offer frequent breaks or a safe space your child can go to to take a break, even if it’s just a moment in the car.
⭐️ If your child prefers specific sensory tools, be sure to pack those to have on hand when your child needs them.

There’s no one way to celebrate—just do what works best for your child and your family! Our clinic will be closed tomorrow in honor of the 4th of July and we are wishing you all a safe, joyful holiday!

06/30/2025

06/27/2025

📄Applications are now open for Class IV of LeadershipMCPS!💥

This unique program gives community members an inside look at what it takes to educate 46,000+ students each day — from how teachers teach and students learn to how we transport, feed, and support thousands across the district.

📅 Monthly sessions start in August
📝 Explore topics like School Choice, Exceptional Student Education, school safety, and more
👝$150 enrollment fee covers all sessions + lunch
🗓 Apply by July 25 (MCPS employees not eligible)

📲 Scan the QR code or follow this link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6i9dWYVgGaB5W6FJvYIjhFKFtDppoBEl7u6dQo7P59Mwn3w/viewform?pli=1

02/17/2025

08/17/2024

When they say, "too quiet,"
I say, “Don't change, perceptive observer.
You're going to bring wisdom to the chaos.”

When they say, "too inquisitive,"
I say, “Don't change, great thinker.
You're going to bring answers to the toughest questions.”

When they say, "too energetic,"
I say, “Don't change, lively one.
You're going to bring joy and laughter to desperate times.”

When they say, "too sensitive,"
I say, “Don't change, deep feeler.
You're going to bring compassion to hurting souls.”

When they say, "too anxious,"
I say, “Don't change, fierce protector.
You're going to bring thoughtful deliberation to tricky situations.”

When they say, "too distracted,"
I say, “Don't change, awesome Noticer.
You're going to bring attention to the most important details of life.”

The most important thing I did as a special education teacher was reframe the negative labels that had been placed on my students, so they could see their perceived weaknesses as strengths – and with some nurturing, we were able to grow their inherent gifts and their belief in themselves.

-Rachel Macy Stafford

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