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How to Handle Public Tantrums Without Feeling Embarrassed
Have you and your child been struggling when it comes to tantrums in public? Our guide offers helpful parenting solutions for how to handle public tantrums without feeling embarrassed, and how you can help your child navigate bigger feelings during this very normal part of their development.
Bright Star Counselling
2 days ago6 min read


Should Parents Be in the Therapy Room?
Should parents be in the therapy room with their children? The answer to this frequently asked question from parents depends on several variables that we explore in this guide, as well as why parents matter in their child's therapy treatment and how they continue to play an important supportive role in their child's development.
Sonja Friedlan
Aug 243 min read


Why Does My Child Shut Down When Upset?
Does your child shut down when they're upset, rather than expressing how they feel? Discover the meaning behind this emotional reaction, what parents can do next, and how to reconnect so your child feels heard, seen, and understood.
Bright Star Counselling
Aug 193 min read


How to Help a Child Who Takes Everything Personally
Does your child take everything personally? Learn why some children are more emotionally sensitive, how self-esteem and perfectionism influence their reactions, and practical ways to build resilience, confidence, and healthy perspective.
Paulina Latifpour
Jul 154 min read


Tips for Helping Kids Get Ready in the Morning
Struggling with stressful mornings? Discover practical strategies to create calmer routines, build your child’s independence, support executive functioning, and help your family start each day with less stress and more confidence.
Paulina Latifpour
Jul 24 min read


Screen Time: Finding a Balance Without the Power Struggle
Wondering how much screen time is too much? Discover practical strategies to create healthy technology habits, set realistic boundaries, encourage offline activities, and reduce daily screen time struggles with your child.
Paulina Latifpour
Jun 234 min read


Navigating Different Parenting Styles Without Conflict
As parents, our main job is to protect our kids' well-being while dealing with our own differences. This means you will have to discover a few new ways to strike a balance when parenting styles don't match.
Bright Star Counselling
Feb 26 min read


When Your Child Refuses to Go to School: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Addressing School Refusal
It’s another Monday morning and you’re trying to get ready for the day. As you work on getting ready yourself, you try to help your...
Paulina Latifpour
Feb 5, 20254 min read
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