A blog for parents to foster more calm, connection and harmony with their children.
Growth Starts Here
Remember Neverland: How “Adult Bias” Gets in the Way of Truly understanding Your Child
Struggling to understand your child’s behavior? You might be experiencing “Adult Bias.” Inspired by Hook, this blog post from Head & Heart Family Therapy (serving Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, and Claremont) explores how reconnecting with your inner child can transform parenting.
Mastery Play: How Kids Build Confidence Through Play
Mastery Play is where kids build more than just towers—they build confidence, resilience, and emotional strength. Learn how this powerful type of play supports your child’s development and what it might be telling you about their emotional world.
Does My Child Have ADHD? What Parents Should Know
If you're a parent in Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, Claremont or the Inland Empire feeling overwhelmed by your child's behavior and wondering if an ADHD diagnosis is the next step, you're not alone.
What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism—And Disability in General
In this post, we unpack the ableist ideas and harmful misinformation behind RFK Jr.’s recent statements on autism and disability. At Head and Heart Family Therapy, we believe disabilities aren’t the problem—lack of support and understanding is.
- Cover photo by Gage Skidmore
Why Is My Kid Making a Mess? What Messy Play Means
Ever walk into the room and find your child happily dumping out a bin of Legos, pouring water on the floor, or setting up a scene where their toy dinosaurs "destroy everything"? It might feel like total chaos—but messy play is actually an important and healthy part of how kids grow and process emotions.
Play Therapy Vs. Talk Therapy for Children
When it comes to supporting children's emotional and psychological well-being, selecting the right therapeutic approach is crucial.