Category Archives: Children’s issues

Good parent/teacher relationships are vital for your child’s success

Though I am always first to tell parents that they need to be their child’s champion when it comes to the school system,  the fact is that most teachers care deeply about the children in their classroom and work very … Continue reading

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Good advice for parents of kids w/ADHD

Actually a lot of the advice in this article is true for parents of all children! We need to be mindful about what we say and do in front of our children. It can be extremely stressful for them when … Continue reading

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Our recent interview on KOLO

We finally have the video!  We thank KOLO and Lauren Garber for giving us the opportunity to share our program with you. Please give us a call to schedule a visit. We will show you around the ranch, introduce out … Continue reading

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The statistics are alarming

New studies are showing that eating disorders are affecting many children and teens. The numbers are actually frightening. Here are some statistics and things to watch for in your children/teens. We are proud of the work we do with Center … Continue reading

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How we handle grief is a very personal thing

There is research that shows that a child’s grief over the death of a parent can be long lasting. it is important to be aware, that though some children demonstrate surprising resiliency, others can suffer for years. Offering opportunities to … Continue reading

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A better understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

ABA is a very specific way of addressing behavior and is very successful in work with children on the autism spectrum. This blog provides a lot of great information for those unfamiliar with this type of work. We have found … Continue reading

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Dealing with ADHD anger

Wow, have you ever noticed how some kids with ADHD just seem to explode when they are angry?  Here is some interesting insights and helpful strategies for dealing with anger management issues. Through work with horses we can help our … Continue reading

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How do we know when our kids need mental health help?

It’s sometimes very difficult to know if what your child is experiencing is “normal”.  Some kids are afraid of the dark, have some challenging days at school, have difficulty with a particular subject, have lots of energy, seem to have … Continue reading

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Great tips for our special needs kids starting school

Here are some great tips on how to make the transition from home to school run more smoothly. We will work with you and your child’s school, participating in IEPs (Individual Education Plan) when possible, to make everything as seamless … Continue reading

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We are part of a team

This is a good article about working with a Speech/Language Pathologist. Developing appropriate language is vital.  Just because you have figured out how to understand what your child wants and needs does not mean that anyone else will be able … Continue reading

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