Weโve all heard the phrase โPut your own oxygen mask on first.โ While that might seem counterintuitive, this important safety instruction is a powerful metaphor for self-care: You must secure your own well-being before you can effectively help others. Too often, parents and caregivers put their own needs on the back burner as they care […]
In our recent podcast, Milestones and Misconceptions, we sat down with Encompass Developmental Specialist Emily Arkus to talk about common developmental milestones, the misconceptions often associated with them, and guidance on when caregivers should seek help if they have concerns. The conversation addressed why milestones are important and emphasized the idea that children grow and […]
Parenting is full of questions, especially when it comes to those big milestones with kids and the myths that often surround them. In the latest episode of our Parent Talks podcast, we sit down with Encompass Developmental Specialist Emily Arkus. As a member of our Early Support for Infants and Toddlers team, Emily discusses the […]
Over the past several weeks, families from across our community have been coming togetherโsome joining live on Zoom, others watching recordings when life allowedโto explore a different way of understanding children, behavior, and even themselves. With 52 families participating in a mix of live virtual sessions and working at their own pace through recordings, Balanced […]
Halloween can be full of excitement, surprises, and sometimes a few spooky nerves, especially for neurodiverse kids navigating the sounds, textures, and social moments of trick-or-treating. This yearโs Confidence Camp: Halloween Edition offered a fun and therapeutic way to prepare children ages 3โ10 for the big night, helping them feel more confident, calm, and connected. […]
Therapy That Works with Your Life โ๏ธ Life HappensโBut Therapy Can Still Happen! Bad weather? Is someone in the family sick? Is your schedule too tight to make it to the clinic? Telehealth gives you options so your child can keep making progressโeven when leaving the house is hard. โ Why Families Choose Telehealth: Consistent […]
