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Understanding Community-Based Services

February 13, 2025  |  Community, Early Learning, Pediatric Therapy  |  By Encompass

In late 2022, Encompass launched its Community-Based Services program. Centered around therapy services provided in preschools and childcare settings, the program supports the occupational, speech-language, and mental health goals of children, 3 years old and up. Services are provided in small groups or one-to-one in the classroom or childcare center with an emphasis on supporting […]

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Tackling the Winter Blues

January 15, 2025  |  Parenting  |  By Encompass

January in the Pacific Northwest. The holiday decorations are down and itโ€™s back to the usual routine. With all the sparkly anticipation of the early winter season behind us, the rest feels gray and gloomy. The Encompass team put our heads together to offer a few activity ideas for making the best of the next […]

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The Hidden Stressors of the Season

December 17, 2024  |  Mental Health  |  By Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW

If you believe social media, the holiday season is painted with spotless images of peaceful cozy moments – gourmet food, tastefully decorated trees, beautiful candles, or abundant joy. While it can be a special time, it can also be a period of stifled emotions and stress for young children and their grownups. Routine changes, extra […]

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Parent Talks Podcast: Behavioral Health is Now Mental Health

December 11, 2024  |  Mental Health  |  By Encompass

Encompass recently introduced a meaningful change as the Behavioral Health program shifts to a new name: Mental Health. In this episode of our Parent Talks Podcast, we sit down with Encompass Mental Health Director Megan Walsh to learn more about the change, why itโ€™s important, and what it means for the children and families we […]

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Behavioral Health is Now Mental Health

December 10, 2024  |  Mental Health  |  By Megan Walsh, MSW, LICSW

Encompass is excited to announce a meaningful change: Our Behavioral Health program has officially been renamed Mental Health. This shift is more than just a name change. It reflects our deep and enduring commitment to fostering connection and emotional healing for the children and families we serve. The term “behavioral health” places an emphasis on […]

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The Transformative Power of Play: A Pathway to Holistic Development

November 13, 2024  |  Child Development, Play  |  By Grace G., MEd, CCC-SLP

Imagine a world where creativity flourishes, relationships deepen, and stress melts awayโ€”all through the simple act of play. At Encompass, we firmly believe in harnessing the power of play for all kinds of learning! In this blog, weโ€™ll explore why play matters and how it contributes to holistic development in children. The Science of Play-Based […]

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