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Is My Child’s Worry Just Anxiety, or Something More?
Maybe you’ve heard your child throwing out questions the night before school such as "What if I mess up?" or "What if tomorrow isn’t...
Paulina Latifpour
Aug 194 min read


Let Them Climb: Why Physical Risk on the Playground Is Good for Kids’ Brains
Remember the days when playgrounds had sky-high jungle gyms, steep metal slides, and see-saws that required mutual trust and bravery?...
Paulina Latifpour
May 123 min read


Attachment and Connection in the Kitchen
When we think of spending meaningful time with our children, the kitchen might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, after...
Paulina Latifpour
Apr 304 min read


Making Spring Break Easier—Making Kids Happy Without Vacation
Spring break is often painted as this picture-perfect break filled with sandy beaches, poolside lounging, and all-inclusive resorts. But...
Paulina Latifpour
Mar 203 min read


How to teach kids flexibility
We have now established that life is unpredictable. We can never be certain about our future; therefore, we have to learn to feel...
Paulina Latifpour
Mar 125 min read


Why is it important for children to learn flexibility?
Life is full of changes and curveballs. As much as we try to prepare and plan for the unexpected, life is full of unpredictability. From...
Paulina Latifpour
Mar 124 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 54 min read


How do I tell my child we are getting a divorce?
Breaking the news of a divorce can be one of the most emotionally challenging conversations a parent can have with their child. It’s...
Paulina Latifpour
Jan 284 min read


What Two Year Old Needs Counselling?
Let’s be real, when you hear “child counselling”, your first thought is probably, “what could a 2 year old possibly need counselling...
Paulina Latifpour
Jan 232 min read


Let’s Talk Qualifications in Child Therapy
Ever feel like you need a PhD yourself to find the perfect therapist for your child? The world of mental health professionals can be a...
Sonja Friedlan
Aug 29, 20244 min read


Bad habits don't mean you're a bad parent: CBC interview
During a recent interview with Amy Bell from CBC News, we discussed the crucial topic of how bad habits do not define someone as a bad...
Sonja Friedlan
May 16, 20231 min read


6 Benefits of Child-led Counselling
A family environment of love and respect is so important for children as they grow and mature. But sometimes, psychological, behavioural,...
Sonja Friedlan
Nov 18, 20223 min read


Supporting Your Child Through Grief: Parent Talk Podcast
I had the pleasure of speaking with Geneviève Kyle Lefebvre and Heather Fox McCrindle, for their weekly parenting podcast, Parent Talk....
Sonja Friedlan
Sep 23, 20201 min read


Dealing with death: How to help kids after the loss of a loved one
Death is a natural part of a life, and at some point as a parent, you will have to explain the passing of a loved one to your children. I...
Sonja Friedlan
Sep 16, 20201 min read


Managing Risk with Back to School on the Early Edition
It's a stressful week for many parents, teens and kids as we head back to school for the first time after 6 months at home. It's no doubt...
Sonja Friedlan
Sep 11, 20201 min read


Helping Your Child Through Sadness
Guest post for BC Children's Hospital, Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre helps families...
Sonja Friedlan
Dec 5, 20193 min read


Why Mistakes are Opportunities for Skill Building
I was recently at the playground with my 2 year old son. It was a sunny day, and children were everywhere in and around the large play...
Sonja Friedlan
Aug 5, 20192 min read


How do I know if counselling is working for my child and family?
Given the emotional and financial investment in counselling, you will want to see some results for your child. Of course, every child...
Sonja Friedlan
Dec 17, 20181 min read


As your Child’s Therapist, I’m Not Here to Judge You
In a recent counselling session I was explaining a calming technique to a parent to use with their child. The mom looked at me and was...
Sonja Friedlan
Nov 5, 20182 min read


4 Ways You Can Support Your Child Through Therapy
One of the most common questions I get asked as a child therapist is, “How can I help my kid get the most out of their therapy sessions?”...
Sonja Friedlan
Oct 27, 20183 min read



