{"product_id":"welcome-to-therapy-a-mindful-introduction-to-counseling-for-kids-hardcover","title":"Welcome to Therapy: A Mindful Introduction to Counseling for Kids - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAndrea Dorn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"When you're a kid, starting therapy can feel scary, uncomfortable, and overwhelming. Welcome to Therapy is a wonderful and easy-to-read resource that can prep kids for this tricky transition and let them know what to expect--allowing them to feel supported, empowered, and confident!\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e--\u003cb\u003eDeena Margolin, LMFT, \u003c\/b\u003e co-founder of online community Big Little Feelings and co-host of the \u003ci\u003eAfter Bedtime\u003c\/i\u003e podcast\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow do I teach my child that it's safe to share their feelings with a trusted adult?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStarting therapy can be a challenging and confusing experience, especially for children. They often don't know what to expect, who a therapist is, or how therapy can help. Whether they're going to therapy to navigate grief, sadness, anxiety, trauma, or other tricky situations, it's important that children understand the ins and outs of therapy to start off on the right foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten and illustrated by therapist (and mother) Andrea Dorn, MSW, \u003ci\u003eWelcome\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e to \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eTherapy\u003c\/i\u003e walks children through the process of starting therapy and normalizes the experience in simple, concrete, and developmentally appropriate terms--allowing kids to better understand what to expect and what is expected of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for use at home, in schools, or in session, this straightforward, beautifully illustrated, and engaging book includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional engagement questions to build connection and personalize the reading experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort mindfulness and self-compassion meditations to support kids and their grown-ups \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA feelings chart to help kids name their feelings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips and suggestions for parents to best support a child in therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAndrea Dorn, MSW, LISW-CP, \u003c\/b\u003e is a mom and licensed clinical social worker who works as a psychotherapist with adults and children of all ages. The Mindful Steps series was created as a culmination of her interest and background in mindfulness as well as behavioral and attachment theories. Andrea is dedicated to helping young minds and their families navigate the big and small changes that come with child development by encouraging mindfulness and emotional connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.6 x 8.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 05, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52607067652378,"sku":"9781683736875","price":21.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/5604\/6618\/files\/0tY_Uw_Op69781683736875.webp?v=1785331308","url":"https:\/\/j-s-five-and-dime.myshopify.com\/products\/welcome-to-therapy-a-mindful-introduction-to-counseling-for-kids-hardcover","provider":"J \u0026 S Five and Dime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}