Platte River Counseling Professionals, LLC

08/17/2022

All parents overuse their stronger side of the Circle of Security to make up for underusing their weaker side. Understanding our Limited Circles helps us meet the needs of our children all the way around the Circle.

07/10/2022

"Kids have worries – from monsters to natural disasters. They can appear at random or may be triggered by everyday events. Their increasing awareness of the world, who is in it, and being able to anticipate bad things happening, can all increase their alarm.

Many of children’s fears can be existential, meaning they are indicative of a child’s growth and development as a separate being. Separation is the most impactful of all experiences and stirs up the emotional center of the brain and can create feelings of fear. As a child becomes increasingly independent, they are less dependent upon their caretakers which may foster some worry. As a child ages, this fear is often transformed into different themes but shares this common root issue....

For the young child their fear is often alleviated through connection with caring adults who provide safety and reassurance. As a child ages, their increasing maturity will mean they will need to find both courage and tears to face their fears. This growth can be cultivated with the help of adults they trust and can count on."

Read more: https://macnamara.ca/portfolio/what-kids-worry-and-fear-at-different-ages/

Tools for regulation and emotional connection resources for preschool through teens: https://sensoryprocessingexplained.com/creating-connections-toolkit/?ref=24&campaign=FB

06/09/2022

06/03/2022

Have you ever wanted to be a wildlife biologist? Does your child love animals? Buffalo Bill BioBlitz is for all ages! Enjoy two days of exploring outdoor Nebraska THIS WEEKEND with some of our state's best biologists! The information you help collect during the BioBlitz is used by wildlife biologists to conserve Nebraska's wildlife.

Plus, you can attend all time slots or come and go as your please! This event is FREE but a Nebraska State Park Permit will be required.

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05/17/2022

Summer Reading for infants through elementary students begins May 24th! Stop by to pick up your reading log or join us on the Reader Zone app with our code 21d39.

04/19/2022

Depression? Anxiety? Are you a parent who could use a little support?

04/05/2022

Parenting is hard, and just when things are going well, things change. I met a dad who was talking about how bedtime with his 5-year-old daughter has recently become a big struggle...

03/29/2022

Students between the ages of 12 and 18 are welcome to attend "Talk techniques."

The group therapy sessions provide support for adolescents who are struggling with depression, anxiety or behavioral concerns.

Students will be led by a licensed mental health practitioner and will work on coping and emotional regulation skills.

To learn more and reserve a spot, call 308.568.3580.