Meet Samantha Pace, Account Manager
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Samantha Pace, Account Manager, at Thrive Alliance Group and how she...
Meet Frank Harvey, Clinical Supervisor
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Frank Harvey, Clinical Supervisor, and how he collaborates with his ...
Meet Krista Seabrook, Clinical Supervisor
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Krista Seabrook, Clinical Supervisor, at Thrive Alliance Group and h...
Classroom Behavior & Management Strategies That Work
We’ve all experienced the student who hides inside his hoodie in class and ignores the lesson. It’s easy to assume that this student is disrespecting us and to react with anger. But in reality, this c...
Art Therapy Improves Mental Health & Behavior at School
For schools looking to support students’ emotional wellbeing and improve classroom behavior, art therapy can be an effective intervention for students of all ages.
How to Create a Family Media Plan
We’re all concerned about the amount of time young people spend on their phones. But what can we do? Establish a family media plan that limits access and encourages responsible use of digital media.
Managing Holiday Expectations at School
Holiday expectations cause anxiety & behavior issues at home and at school For just about all of us, the holiday season brings a mixed bag of emotions and experiences. It’s supposed to be a time for c...
Reducing Out-of-District Placement: A Guide for Educators
Is your school district spending a fortune on out-of-district placement? In many parts of the country, the cost of tuition plus transportation is $150,000+ per student. This staggering expense is part...
The Magic of Play Therapy for Children & Teens
Play therapy is an evidence-based approach to mental health therapy that helps children and teens (and even adults) to heal, build self-confidence, and better understand the world around them.
Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Programs in Schools
We need mental health programs in schools more than ever before I’m guessing I don’t need to convince you about the need for mental health programs in schools. However, you’re probably in a situation ...
Shifting the Role of Paraprofessionals in Special Education
Whether you call them paraprofessionals, paraeducators, teaching assistants, teacher’s aides, or something else, they have become indispensable in the classroom. While we know we need them, what exact...
Unpack the Emotional Backpack to Improve Mental Health at School
Our “emotional backpack” holds all sorts of feelings, beliefs, and experiences that impact our mental health at school and capacity to function effectively.