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5 Ideas for Helping Kids Cope with Anxiety and Enjoy a Meaningful Holiday Season
By Lisa L. Walsh, author of Violet the Snowgirl: A Story of Loss and Healing As we head toward the holiday season, many of us find ourselves managing a high level of unease and anxiety for ourselves and our children. … Continue reading
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Helping Students Cope with Holiday Stress
By James J. Crist, Ph.D., author of What to Do When You’re Scared & Worried: A Guide for Kids The holidays can be a joyful time for many of us. Kids look forward to gift giving, having time off from … Continue reading
3 Inexpensive Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer to Teachers and School Staff
Part of our Counselor’s Corner series. Click to read other posts in the Counselor’s Corner. This post was originally published December 12, 2013. Looking for a festive way to celebrate teachers and staff at your school? Here are a few … Continue reading
Holiday Tips for Divorced and Separated Families
Part of our Counselor’s Corner series. Click to read other posts in the Counselor’s Corner. The holiday season can be the most stressful time of the year. Being separated or divorced can create additional stressors and challenges during the holidays. … Continue reading
3 (Inexpensive) Ways to Spread Holiday Cheer to Teachers and School Staff
Part of our Counselor’s Corner series. Click to read other posts in the Counselor’s Corner. Looking for a festive way to celebrate teachers and staff at your school? Here are a few easy and inexpensive ways to celebrate your teachers … Continue reading