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| 03.19.2024 | 4 min

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...

| 02.15.2024 | 7 min

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.

| 01.15.2024 | 9 min

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.

| 12.12.2023 | 9 min

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...

| 12.01.2023 | 8 min

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...

| 11.16.2023 | 10 min

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.

| 10.17.2023 | 8 min

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 ...

| 08.22.2023 | 7 min

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.

| 07.18.2023 | 6 min

Why You Need a Clinician Instead of a School Mental Health Counselor

Every school district is feeling the pain of soaring student mental health issues: declining academic performance, disruptive classroom behavior, and an enormous burden on school staff. Some districts...

| 06.30.2023 | 9 min

Emotional Dysregulation: 5 Interventions for Students and Staff

The events of the past few years—the pandemic, shootings, riots, political and ideological battles—have left many of us traumatized. The result is widespread emotional dysregulation, an inability to m...

| 05.16.2023 | 8 min

Teacher Appreciation: Ideas to Help Your Staff Feel Valued

Teacher Appreciation Is Needed More Than One Week A Year Teacher Appreciation Week is a wonderful idea. It’s a chance to recognize the contributions of staff members who may be undervalued. But a week...

| 03.22.2022 | 8 min

Mental Health Accreditation for Stronger Schools

The path to a healthy school climate & culture: mental health accreditation Over the past couple of years, mental wellness support in schools has expanded exponentially. What was once a perk only foun...