Mariam Jensen, LCMFT, RPT - Joyful Heart Therapy, LLC

Mariam Jensen, LCMFT, RPT - Joyful Heart Therapy, LLC Mariam offers individual and family therapy to children and their families.

Mariam Jensen is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT), in the State of Kansas, and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) with the Association for Play Therapy.

Co-regulation needs to happen first before a child can eventually learn to self-regulate 🌱🌷💛
08/03/2025

Co-regulation needs to happen first before a child can eventually learn to self-regulate 🌱🌷💛

Every child deserves to feel heard, seen, and deeply valued 💛 When we take the time in our busy day to listen—really lis...
08/01/2025

Every child deserves to feel heard, seen, and deeply valued 💛

When we take the time in our busy day to listen—really listen—to our children, we’re not just hearing their words… we’re building trust, connection, and emotional security that lasts a lifetime 🧠✨

Being present, showing up with love and attention, and holding space for their feelings isn’t “spoiling”—it’s what helps children grow into confident, resilient, and emotionally healthy and connected individuals 🌱👩‍👧

Let’s continue nurturing that secure bond—because our presence is the most powerful gift we can give for a healthy, secure attachment, to form💬💞

Even on the brightest days, little moments can feel like the biggest heartbreaks 💔🍦 For a child, something as small as a...
07/31/2025

Even on the brightest days, little moments can feel like the biggest heartbreaks 💔
🍦 For a child, something as small as a dropped ice cream can feel overwhelming—Because in their world, in this very moment, it’s very big for them, and what they need most is not fixing, but understanding. When a parent gets to their level, with intention, empathy and connection, they learn “it’s okay to have big feelings, and I’m not alone in my big feelings”. They are not being shamed for being human and making a mistake or having an accident 💞

This is how children grow resilient—not by being told to “get over it,” but by being reminded that their feelings are valid and they are never alone 💜

🌟 There’s something incredibly brave about a child choosing to step up — even when their heart is racing and their voice...
07/30/2025

🌟 There’s something incredibly brave about a child choosing to step up — even when their heart is racing and their voice is shaky. Every time a child faces a moment that feels big and scary, their brain learns that it can handle hard things 💪✨
🧠 That brave act rewires their brain, building resilience and confidence one courageous moment at a time 💛

And when a parent is right there — clapping, cheering, and showing up — it sends a clear message: What you do and what you need really matters, and what matters to you matters to me 💖
Those moments create deep emotional anchors that remind children they’re seen, supported, and celebrated.

💛 Every small step into fear, into the unknown, is a giant leap into courage and bravery 🦋🌱

🌟 There’s something powerful about moving toward the life you’ve always imagined — especially when you do it together as...
07/29/2025

🌟 There’s something powerful about moving toward the life you’ve always imagined — especially when you do it together as a family 💫 Whether it’s chasing dreams big or small, building a peaceful home, or simply making memories in the smallest moments, walking that path with those you love makes the journey even more meaningful 🏡❤️

Every step rooted in love, joy, and connection plants the seeds for a life that truly reflects your deepest values 🌱

Let this be a reminder for the day: Dream boldly, love deeply, and grow together 💛🦋

07/29/2025

How “Parentese” is different than “baby talk” :)

When parents invest in their own self-care, personal growth, and healing, their children benefit in powerful ways 🌱🧠 Thr...
07/28/2025

When parents invest in their own self-care, personal growth, and healing, their children benefit in powerful ways 🌱🧠 Through mirror neurons—special brain cells that help us understand and mimic others—children don’t just hear what we say, they absorb who we are. As parents become more emotionally regulated, self-aware, and present, their children begin to mirror these same skills as they grow older 💞

Neuroscience shows that a child’s brain development is deeply influenced by the relationships around them. The parent-child bond shapes how a child’s brain wires for empathy, self-regulation, and resilience. So every time a parent takes a step toward their own self-care and growth, they are also paving a healthier path for their child🌼

Your emotional well-being is one of the most generous gifts you can offer your child 💗✨ So please take good care of yourself 🌷Remember you need to put the oxygen mask on first, before you help someone else on the plane 😉!

Brain Science Fun Fact #3🧠🧠✨ As children grow, their brains are busy behind the scenes—refining, strengthening, and org...
07/28/2025

Brain Science Fun Fact #3🧠

🧠✨ As children grow, their brains are busy behind the scenes—refining, strengthening, and organizing. One of the most incredible parts of this process is something called synaptic pruning—where the brain clears out connections it no longer uses to make space for the ones that matter most 🌱💡

Just like a gardener trims away extra branches on a rose bush, or a tree so that the plant can grow stronger, the brain lets go of pathways that aren’t being used, allowing more important ones to flourish. This is how the brain becomes more efficient, more focused, and more sophisticated over time 🔍🪴

The experiences we offer children—through play, relationships, and everyday interactions—literally help shape their developing brains. Every connection matters 💕🧩

07/26/2025

Today’s Directive Play Therapy intervention is called “Fishing for Feelings”! 😊😁😌😍😋🤨😔😢😩😳🥵🤯🥺😡🤔🫩🤢😴
Let’s go Fishing! Are you ready? 🎣

Motherhood isn’t about getting it all right—it’s about showing up with love, even when life is messy 💞 Whether it’s the ...
07/26/2025

Motherhood isn’t about getting it all right—it’s about showing up with love, even when life is messy 💞 Whether it’s the morning school hugs, late nights with a feverish little one, or cheering from the sidelines with pride in your eyes—those are the real moments that shape your child’s world 🌎🥹⚽

Perfection is a myth🙅‍♀️ But presence? That’s powerful💪 Being a real, imperfect, mom who shows up, listens, comforts, and celebrates—that’s what your child needs to feel safe, seen, soothed and secure. Every small act of love contribute to filling the child’s cup💗 Never underestimate the power of showing up 😉!

Please take good care of yourself, Momma 💛 To continue to show-up for your little ones, you need to take care of yourself first 💜 Take time to recharge, this weekend. Because we cannot fill other people’s cups when our own cup is close to empty 🌷 Self-care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity and essential for you 💛🌱🦋

07/24/2025

Thoughtful Thursday Challenge 💛
Let’s spread kindness and joy, today 🌷

😢 Sometimes, our kids express big feelings—and it can be overwhelming. But connection doesn’t mean agreeing with every b...
07/24/2025

😢 Sometimes, our kids express big feelings—and it can be overwhelming. But connection doesn’t mean agreeing with every behavior. It means showing up with presence, listening with respect, and letting our children know: “I’m here, I see you, and I’m on your side” ❤️

💛 When we validate their emotions instead of dismissing them, we nurture trust, calm the storm, and build a bond that can weather hard time. That’s how secure attachment develops - Repair after the rupture.

✨ Children don’t need perfect parents—they need present ones. Every moment of connection becomes a brick in the foundation of secure attachment and emotional growth 💞

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