Child and Teen Solutions

10/16/2025

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/helping-kids-build-resilience-a-flexible-mindset-and-the-power-of-self-talk

Seattle-based child psychologist shares practical strategies to help kids build resilience, flexible thinking, and empowering self-talk for emotional growth and regulation.

08/27/2025

It really does matter what you say - read on - https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/teens-emotions-and-mental-health-why-what-parents-say-matters

04/27/2025

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/only-mommy-does-it-a-child-therapists-perspective-about-when-kids-play-favorites-with-their-parents

A parenting therapist in Seattle, Washington shares insights about what to do when kids demand one parent over the other.

04/20/2025

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/deam6xleiasgf0k3yvw4jre0tbjegc

Tips from a Seattle Parent Coach about weathering meltdowns and why understanding extinction bursts matters with big feelings kids.

04/13/2025

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/understanding-the-3-temperament-subtypes-of-adhd-what-every-parent-should-know

A parent coach shares what parents need to know about their child's ADHD subtype. Learn more.

01/31/2025

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/treatment-for-childhood-emotion-dysregulation

“My child needs anger management skills.” “My child needs to talk to someone.” “My child needs tools.” These are common sentiments among caregivers of children who dysregulate. Individual therapy may seem like the right choice. However, most evidence-based protocols for dealing with ex

08/20/2024

Sharing some ideas for students who don't want to go back to school!

A Seattle child psychologist shares treatment tips for how to help kids with school, anxiety, avoidance or refusal.

05/28/2024

https://www.childandteensolutions.com/blog/separating-fact-from-fiction-the-impact-of-rewards-on-childrens-intrinsic-motivation

Don’t rewards get in the way of intrinsic motivation? Motivation needs to come from my child - how can I convince my child to care? Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in an activity because of an internal sense of curiosity, enjoyment, or satisfaction. There is a widespread belief tha