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Clinically Based Center
Family Christian Counseling Center is a clinically based business, but what does that mean? It means we are an office where mental‑health services are provided using established therapeutic methods, ethical standards, and evidence‑supported practices. Our main purpose is to provide a structured, confidential environment where clients can address emotional, behavioral, and relational concerns with the…
Read MoreCoregulation develops self-regulation
Chapter 4 of Brain-Body Parenting by Mona Delahooke begins the section of the book exploring solutions to dealing with challenging behaviors. Delahooke believes that understanding the relationship between brain and body can help us support our children in developing emotional regulation and resilience. The chapter explains children’s behaviors that appear challenging, often reflect underlying body…
Read More“Brain-Body Parenting” Part 3
Summary of Brain-Body Parenting: Green, Blue, and Red Pathways by Delahooke “Brain-Body Parenting” introduces a framework that helps parents understand their child’s emotional and physiological responses to parenting challenges through three pathways: green, blue, and red. Each pathway represents a different state, influencing how children act. Green Pathway: The green pathway symbolizes a state of…
Read MoreBrain-Body Parenting – Part 2
Chapter 2 of “Brain-Body Parenting” by Dr. Mona Delahooke introduces the concept that every child has a unique brain and body platform which requires an individualized approach to parenting. Dr. Delahooke emphasizes the importance of co-regulation and relational safety, suggesting that children thrive when they feel safe and connected. The chapter goes into how a…
Read MoreManaging Behaviors or Understanding them
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog about Polyvagal theory (click on the link if you would like to read it). Today I would like to expand on my first blog and discuss managing behaviors as opposed to understanding behaviors. Dr. Dana has written extensively on this subject in the book “Polyvagal Exercises for…
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