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Circle of Security Parenting: Nurturing Positive Relationships Between Caregivers and Children
In today’s world, parents and caregivers are plagued by all sorts of different worries. We worry about how our children are doing in...


Jan 20
Best Practices for Supporting Individuals with OCD
Continue reading to learn more about OCD, traditional treatments, and how we incorporate research-proven innovations...


Dec 20, 2024
Spoon Theory and Holiday Mental Health
Does December have you feeling overwhelmed and anxious? You are definitely not alone.


Nov 23, 2024
Setting Healthy Boundaries at Holiday Gatherings
Holidays often come with their own set of joys and challenges. The holidays can bring about many emotions, ranging from excitement to...


Oct 18, 2024
The Benefits of Play Therapy for Children With ADHD
Those who regularly read our blog and follow us on social media are no strangers to our enthusiastic endorsement of play therapy. As a...


Sep 19, 2024
Is Neuropsychological Testing Right for My Child? Six Signs That It Might Be Helpful
Here are a few behavioral signs that indicate that neuropsychological testing might be helpful for your child or teen.


Aug 13, 2024
Tips and Resources for Neurodivergent Travelers
Traveling can be both an exciting adventure and a daunting task depending on a variety of factors. This is especially true for...


Jul 2, 2024
The Play’s the Thing: Play Therapy and Playgroup Offerings at Family & Child Therapy's Northern Virginia Office
“So, will my child just be playing the whole time?” As experienced play therapists, this is something we hear on occasion, and we get it....


May 30, 2024
Family & Child Therapy’s Newest Service: Neuropsychological Testing for ADHD, Autism, and Sensory Processing Challenges
As a team of clinical therapists, psychologists, and social workers, our practice is dedicated to providing our clients with strategies...


Apr 23, 2024
Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy: What to Expect and How to Prepare
In this blog post, we will provide you with tools for selecting a neurodivergent-affirming therapy practice, as well as tips for preparing.


Apr 3, 2024
Sensory Activities in Northern Virginia: Supporting Sensory Processing Challenges With Local Tips
Continue reading for suggested sensory-related activities here in Northern Virginia and beyond.


Feb 12, 2024
BIPOC Author Book Recommendations
BIPOC Author Book Recommendations


Jan 8, 2024
The Weekend of Service: Finding Meaningful Ways for Your Family to Support Your Community
Continue reading for tips on preparing your children to meaningfully participate in the Weekend of Service activity of your choice.


Dec 17, 2023
EMDR Intensives Demystified: A Guide to Accelerated Healing represent a dynamic evolution in trauma
EMDR intensives represent a dynamic evolution in trauma therapy, offering a condensed yet comprehensive approach to healing.


Dec 14, 2023
Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture
by EmiLeigh Whitehouse, LPC Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture is an incredible book by journalist and author Virginia...

Dec 13, 2023
Understanding the Impact: A Closer Look at ABA Therapy for Neurodivergent Individuals
Today, I'd like to explore an important topic that impacts many individuals in our neurodivergent community: the role of Applied Behavior...


Oct 31, 2023
Supporting Each Other Through a Mental Health Crisis
As therapists and mental health professionals, we recognize the need to hold space and center the trauma, rage, and grief of all people...

Sep 22, 2023
Suicide is Preventable
Author and therapist EmiLeigh Whitehouse, LPC writes about suicide prevention and awareness September is National Suicide Prevention...


Sep 15, 2023
The Safe and Sound Protocol ("SSP") Now Offered at Family and Child Therapy
The SSP consists of five hours of listening to specially-filtered music, which functions as a non-invasive acoustic vagus nerve stimulator.


Aug 18, 2023
EmiLeigh presented at NAMI's 2023 Mental Health Conference and Youth Summit
Recently, one of our team members, EmiLeigh Whitehouse, LPC, presented at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)’s 2023 Mental...
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