Dr. Erica Tatum-Sheade, LCSW

01/29/2026

Last year I was offered an opportunity to cowrite a chapter in an upcoming Play Therapy book by the amazing Sueann Kenney-Noziska

Preorders are now available

https://www.routledge.com/Play-Therapy-and-Childhood-Sexual-Abuse-A-Clinical-Guide-to-Practice/Kenney-Noziska/p/book/9781032586397

01/21/2026

I’m honored to be part of Scottsdale Leadership, Inc. Class 40. As part of our program, we are completing a “Project Lead It Forward” supporting Horses Help, a 501(c)3 providing therapeutic horsemanship for children and adults with physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges, as well as at-risk youth, military families, and veterans. We’re raising funds to create a welcoming garden space on Horses Help’s campus- a calming place for reflection and connection.

As a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) in Arizona, eligible donations may qualify for a dollar-for-dollar state tax credit (up to $987 for joint filers and $495 for individual filers). Please consider supporting this meaningful project in any denomination by clicking the following https://crm.nonprofiteasy.com/8141/Pages/fundraising/ #/430 or by scanning the QR code below.

Thank you for your support!

01/17/2026

There’s a new friend for you to meet. https://amzn.to/4qXcCb1

01/16/2026

Today was the first day of our Elementary G.E.M.S. group, and one of our returning girls walked in with a small, thoughtful gift.

A lollipop.
With a note that read: “This is for you.”

Moments like this are why I do this work.

This space is about discovering who you are.
It’s about belonging.
It’s about learning to shine, even when the world tries to dim your light.

This space is for you.

01/14/2026

79% of girls report feeling so much pressure they're going to "explode."
Confidence among 5th and 6th graders is dropping faster than any other age group.
This is why intentional support, whether therapy, group programming, or simply a safe space, matters more than ever.

https://conta.cc/4qTQTRn

Email from Dr. Erica Tatum-Sheade The Confidence Drop Starts Earlier Than You Think   Have you heard about the confidence gap? The most recent Girls' Index from Rox (Ruling Our Experiences) shows girl

01/12/2026

🚨 Schedule Update 🚨

Our upcoming High School G.E.M.S. Group will now meet on Sundays, beginning February 8, 2026.

If you’ve been waiting for the right fit, this shift might make it possible.

A few spots are still open, and we’d love to welcome your teen into this circle.

https://www.integratedmha.com/group-registration

01/05/2026

Officially back in the office today!

01/02/2026

Who do you need to know?

Something I started doing a few years ago was writing down the names of people I want to connect with during the year. This includes friends I want more time with, business colleagues, and people I find fascinating and want to learn from.

Setting this intention early helps create space for meaningful connections.

I’m curious, who’s at the top of your list?

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! A new year brings new opportunities and new connections.

What new opportunities are you exploring this year?

12/27/2025

I ran the numbers (not counting admin time), and what a year it’s been.

I was intentional about scaling back this year to focus on other priorities. This time next year, two of the three Sheade kids will be in college 😳 and that mattered.

2025, in minutes:
• 46,560 minutes of clinical work
• 8,100 minutes running groups
• 3,660 minutes delivering trainings

What these numbers don’t capture: the relationships built, the seeds planted that are already beginning to bloom, and the quiet joy of waking up each day knowing you’re doing the work you’ve been called to do.

As the clock winds down on 2025, I’m clear, grounded, and excited for what’s ahead.

Stay tuned.

12/26/2025

this week

How cute is this gift, my daughter gifted me 6 blind dates with a book each a different genre that she handpicked for me.

Starting with The Husbands by Chandler Baker

📚

12/26/2025

One of my favorite weeks is coming up, Birthday Week at Arizona Institute For Advanced Psychotherapy Training

If you haven’t signed up to learn more about the trainings we offer this is the perfect week to join us and save your spot for the celebration!