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Neuroaffirming Care for ARFID: Bridging Clinical Practice and Family Life
When many people think about feeding difficulties, they picture “picky eating.” But for children and teens with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), the experience goes far beyond food preferences.
Dr. Kyla Baird and Mercedes Palermo, RN
May 116 min read


Explaining OCD to Kids (and Grown-Ups Too): Understanding the Brain’s “What If?” Alarm
When people hear the term obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), they often think about handwashing, neatness, or being “super organized.” But OCD is much more than that.
At its core, OCD is often a doubt disorder. It is a condition where the brain gets stuck questioning things that other brains might let pass by. A child with OCD is not “being difficult,” “attention seeking,” or “overreacting.” Their brain is sending them confusing signals that feel very real, urgent, and imp

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
May 74 min read


Advocacy Burnout: When Fighting for Your Child Becomes Exhausting
For many Canadian parents, advocacy is a second full-time job. Over time, that constant pressure can lead to advocacy burnout, an exhaustion that’s real, common, and often unspoken.
Jasmine Bryan
May 44 min read


Every Child, Their Own Path: Rethinking Support for Autistic Youth
Wrap-around care for autistic youth: learn how individualized, neuroaffirming therapies support communication, development, and family well-being.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Apr 194 min read


Introducing Therapy to Your Child
Starting therapy can feel big for kids and parents. This gentle guide helps you explain therapy in a way that feels safe, simple, and reassuring for your child.

Emily Millar
Feb 13 min read
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