Back to School…Back to Tackling Children’s Performance Anxiety The beginning of the school year comes with a mix of excitement and anxiety for most families. Some children thrive in the novelty of beginnings (new peers, new teachers, new routines, higher academic and social expectations), while others experience beginnings as uncertainty stress. We as caregivers may…
Best Children’s Shows/Films for Supporting Social-Emotional Strengths. Compiled by Dr. Diana Bermudez, LPC. For those times when screen time is helpful (long car rides, long flights, sick days, etc.), we can make the most of it by selecting content that supports children’s social-emotional strengths. The following list of shows/films can help children to become more…
Las Rabietas: Oportunidades de Aprendizaje Socio-Emocional. Presentado por Presentado por Diana Bermudez, PhD, LPC, ATR, Psicoterapeuta y Consultora de Salud Mental. Webinar for Spanish-speaking professionals and parents. 18 de Agosto, 1:00-2:00 PM. ¿Por qué las rabietas son tan comunes en la infancia temprana? Muchos cuidadores (profesionales y padres) queremos eliminar estos momentos frustrantes, desgastantes y hasta vergonzosos….
Workshop for Children of Divorced/Separated Parents 1-Day Play/Art Support WorkshopOffered by Dr. Diana Bermudez7/10/2025, 10am-3pm2219 N Columbus St. Arlington, VA Children ages 6-10 (siblings welcomed)Art/play/movement facilitated by Dr. D and her assistant.Max 6 participants guarantees individualized attention. Workshop Goals 1. Peer support (“I am not the only one”), towards acceptance of divorce/separation.2. Peace with feelings…
Workshop for Children Grieving the Loss of a Loved One 1-Day Play/Art Support WorkshopOffered by Dr. Diana Bermudez7/17/2025, 10am-3pm2219 N Columbus St. Arlington, VA Children ages 6-10 (siblings welcomed)Art/play/movement facilitated by Dr. D and her assistant.Max 6 participants guarantees individualized attention. Workshop Goals 1. Peer support (“I am not the only one”), towards acceptance of…
Free Talk for Parents of Children Birth – 10 With Dr. Diana Bermudez, Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist.5/3/25, 1:30-2:30pm, via Zoom Join Dr. D for discussing common questions about supporting young kids with adjusting to divorce or separation of/from parents. What children’s feelings and behaviors are related to adjusting to divorce or separation?…
Free Talk for Parents of Children Birth – 10 With Dr. Diana Bermudez, Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist.5/3/25, 12:00-1:00pm, via Zoom Join Dr. D for discussing common questions about supporting young kids in grieving a significant family member of friend. What children’s feelings and behaviors are related to grieving? How long will it…
We are delighted to host an article by musician and educator, Nicole Kovar, Founder and Executive Director of Piano & More. Nicole is a passionate advocate for the intersection of music education and brain health. For over 15 years, Nicole has helped students of all ages to transform their lives through music, showing how playing…
Play and art are the natural vehicles for young children to express and work through their feelings about difficult relationships and experiences, strengthen the caregiver-child bond, and develop social-emotional skills. How we as caregivers engage in play/art with our children can maximize this inherently powerful process. I will share a list of “dos and don’ts”…