It is very common to have a hard time discussing sexual assault, as typically it may lead to questions and conversations about sex. While there is not ever a ‘right’ time to talk about it, the best time to discuss it is as early as possible. Here are 10 key points to address when talking…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that “childhood experiences, both positive and negative, have a tremendous impact on future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity. As such, early experiences are an important public health issue.” We at Ptarmigan agree with this statement, and are committed to ending childhood maltreatment in…
It’s finally June! Warm weather, sunshine, outdoor activities… the reasons why June is a wonderful month go on and on. But what you might not know about June is that it’s Aphasia Awareness Month. You’re not in the minority if you’re asking yourself “What’s Aphasia?”. Statistics show that 84.5 % of people have never heard…
Many psychotropic medications have side effects that increase what we call metabolic syndrome – a variety of health issues such as: obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes etc. These can be a big disappointment when medication has been so helpful and you’re doing all you can to become more healthy! The…
A Trauma-Informed Training for Professionals and Parents Ptarmigan Connections is proud to co-host this upcoming June 21, 2018 training in our Aurora Conference room. What is Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TRBI)? TBRI® is an attachment-based, evidence-based, and trauma-informed intervention that is designed for children from “hard places” such as abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. A TBRI trainer and a…
Our early spring groups are coming to a close this March. It has been fun getting to know both the boys and girls in each group and seeing them strive to learn what they can apply. One of the lessons learned was regarding spheres of control and making choices. Sometimes it can be a relief…
Jan-Mar, Thursdays from 4pm-5:30pm This 9-week therapy group will teach middle school girls skills to help boost resilience and self-regulation. A pre-screening interview is necessary to join the group. Most private insurances will cover the cost (payment plans available). Call to schedule! Download Girls Group Flyer Learn to: Express Feelings, Improve Mood, Resolve Conflict, Resist…
Jan-Mar, Tuesdays from 4pm-5:30pm This 9-week group will teach middle school boys skills to help boost attention and executive functioning. A pre-screening interview is necessary to join the group. Most private insurances will cover the cost (payment plans available). Call to schedule! LEARN TO: CONTROL EMOTIONS | RESOLVE CONFLICT | PAY ATTENTION | WORK INDEPENDENTLY | RESIST PEER PRESSURE | GET ORGANIZED…