Child Services

Recognizing Early Developmental Delays: What Parents Should Know

2026-03-27T13:06:56+00:00Child Services, Parent Training|

Recognizing the early signs of developmental delays can make a meaningful difference in a child’s growth and success. In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, this blog highlights key milestones to watch for, common early concerns, and where parents can turn for support. Read this month’s blog post by Caring Cove clinician, Dr. Leah Watson, to learn how early identification can open the door to helpful resources and set your child up to thrive.

The Importance of Self-Compassion

2026-02-20T18:37:30+00:00Child Services, Parent Training|

This February, self-love is in the air! Parenting and caregiving can feel like a lot, and it’s easy to become your own toughest critic. In a world of constant comparisons and pressure to “get it right,” self-compassion offers a more sustainable way forward. Read this month’s blog post written by Caring Cove clinician, Dr. Katie Cornet, to explore what self-compassion really means, why it matters for both you and your children, and how it can help you respond to hard moments with kindness instead of self-blame.

Raising Grateful Kids

2025-11-26T20:12:34+00:00Anxiety Treatment, Child Services, Parent Training|

Parents often share that their children seem to take things for granted and overlook how much is done for them. It’s a common concern, and one that is typically developmentally normal. From a behavioral standpoint, gratitude can be thought of as a skill that grows over time. Research shows that when children practice gratitude, they tend to feel more positive emotions, build stronger relationships, and show greater resilience. Like any skill, gratitude develops when children see it modeled, receive reinforcement for expressing it, and practice it regularly in daily life.

Children in Crisis: The Prevalence of Young Minds in Need of Therapy

2020-04-10T18:12:53+00:00Child Services|

Children’s mental health is a serious issue. But it’s not always easy to tell when our kids are in turmoil. Therapeutic intervention is often necessary for these problems. Hence, it's ever more important for parents to be informed and know what behavioral signs to look for that may indicate there are concerns.