Back to School Blues: Helping Your Child Adjust After Summer Break
The carefree days of summer are winding down, and the new school year approaches. While some children eagerly anticipate reunions with friends an…
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From the Fiat archive.
Reflections and resources on therapy, parenting, and everyday life.
These articles were originally published between 2021 and 2024. References to office visits, staffing, insurance, and availability may be out of date. Fiat Family Services now offers teletherapy only to clients located in Kansas.
Healing Through Play: The Transformative Power of Play Therapy at Fiat Family Services
Healing Through Play: The Transformative Power of Play Therapy at Fiat Family Services In the realm of mental health, the power of play is often …
Read article →Is My Child’s Behavior Normal? A Guide to Common Childhood Challenges
As a parent in Wichita or the surrounding areas, witnessing your child’s meltdowns, defiance, or anxieties can be a rollercoaster. You may wonder…
Read article →Promoting Sibling Harmony: Strategies for Resolving Conflicts
In the vibrant tapestry of family life, sibling relationships play a pivotal role in shaping children’s social skills and emotional development. …
Read article →Effective Communication Strategies for Children
In the bustling whirlwind of modern life, fostering effective communication skills in children is paramount for their holistic development. At Fi…
Read article →Meet Sadie, Our Newest Therapy Companion In Training
Bringing Comfort and Healing: Meet Sadie, Our Newest Therapy Companion At Fiat Family Services, we are always striving to enhance the therapeutic…
Read article →Exploring the Impact of Technology on Child Development: Therapeutic Insights
In the digital age, technology plays a prominent role in the lives of children. The influence of screens, gadgets, and online experiences can be …
Read article →Empowering Children with Self-Esteem: Therapeutic Approaches
In the heart of Wichita, KS, Fiat Family Services has been a cornerstone of faith-based mental health therapy for children for the past five year…
Read article →Understanding and Addressing Selective Mutism in Children
As children grow and develop, they acquire essential communication skills that form the foundation of their interactions and relationships. Howev…
Read article →The Importance of Play in Child Therapy
Childhood is a time of exploration, growth, and imagination. It is through play that children develop essential skills, process emotions, and mak…
Read article →Mindfulness-Based Techniques for Children: Enhancing Emotional Well-being
In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of nurturing emotional well-being in children cannot be overstated. As parents and caregivers in Wich…
Read article →Understanding Childhood Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment in Wichita, Kansas and Valley Center, Kansas
Childhood anxiety is a common mental health issue that affects many children and can have a significant impact on their overall well-being. As a …
Read article →What to Expect for Therapy
Welcome! I know it can be scary and sometimes provoke anxiety when you are thinking about seeking therapy for the first time. We are here to help…
Read article →Why Therapy is Important During a Global Pandemic
For all of us, our lives completely changed around March. Jobs and health insurance were lost, schools shut down, and many parents had to figure …
Read article →Wichita Prepare Enrich Certified
Fiat Family Services is your place for Prepare Enrich in Wichita! Both of our therapists are trained in Prepare Enrich, and love working with cou…
Read article →Fiat Family Services Now Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)!
Fiat Family Services is excited to announce that we are able to take Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance! This has been long awaited for us. In the …
Read article →My Most Recommended Therapeutic Products
Push Pop Figet/Sensory Great regulation tool to do at home! Just like bubble wrap! Monkey Noodles Great for any age to use to regulate themselves…
Read article →What is the difference between a counselor, therapist, and psychologist?
We often get questions like this, that come from people or parents who are new to seeking therapy, as well as people who are not new to therapy a…
Read article →Why People Choose Fiat Family Services
Finding a mental health therapist in Wichita isn’t an easy task, especially a child therapist. You want the very best for yourself, your family, …
Read article →Play Therapy: What It Is, What to Expect, & More
What is Play Therapy? Association of Play Therapy defines play therapy as “the systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersona…
Read article →Trauma in Children
“Why is my 10 year old child wetting the bed at night?” “Why is my 12 year old child unable to make friends or interact with his/her peers?” Pare…
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