by Terry Levy | Nov 12, 2022 | Corrective Attachment Parenting, Parenting
Negative experiences in early childhood can be incredibly destructive to a person’s view of themselves, their ability to maintain healthy relationships, their coping skills and their health and wellbeing. Conversely, positive experiences can be equally as...
by Terry Levy | Nov 23, 2021 | Corrective Attachment Parenting, Parenting
Negative experiences in early childhood can be incredibly destructive to a person’s view of themselves, their ability to maintain healthy relationships, their coping skills and their health and wellbeing. Conversely, positive experiences can be equally as...
by Terry Levy | Oct 8, 2020 | Corrective Attachment Parenting, Parenting
Over the years we have often talked about the key ingredients of therapeutic parenting. During this time of COVID-19, when the usual social supports are largely absent, and you are contending with completely new home routines, caring for a child with an attachment...
by Terry Levy | Feb 24, 2020 | Corrective Attachment Parenting, Foster care, Uncategorized
In recent weeks, we have discussed the special challenges and needs of children who go through the foster care system. An overwhelming number of these kids have been victims of abuse, trauma or neglect and are struggling with both physical and mental health issues as...
by Terry Levy | Apr 1, 2019 | Attachment, Corrective Attachment Parenting, Parenting
One of the central tenants in our philosophy of healing parenting — in addition to nurturance and compassion — is the importance of structure for a child with attachment issues. Limits, rules and consequences help children feel secure and learn from their mistakes. At...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy Center | Jan 30, 2019 | Corrective Attachment Parenting
Do not underestimate the impact you have on a child with an attachment disorder. As a healing parent, your job is to mentor, guide, teach, support, motivate and inspire positive values and characteristics in your child. You not only have to impart knowledge, but also...
It is the deep and enduring connection established between a child and caregiver in the first several years of life. However, more and more children are failing to develop secure attachments to loving, protective caregivers. These children are left without the most important foundation for healthy development and are at risk for: