Beth Patane Creative Arts Therapist
Structure Matters—Even in the Summer
Summer should be fun. There should be late nights, vacations, popsicles, and days that don't...
Why Art Therapy Works: Where Creativity, CBT, and Meaning Meet
When parents hear the words art therapy, many imagine children simply painting or making crafts....
Summer Camp, Big Feelings, Beautiful Growth: Why Separation Anxiety Isn’t All Bad
As school winds down and summer approaches, many families are preparing for sleepaway camp, day...
Summer Is Coming: Why May Can Be an Emotional Month for Children and Teens
By May, summer break feels close enough to touch. While many children are excited about...
Spring Stress Is Real: Why Some Children Struggle More in April
By April, most families are ready for a fresh start. The days are longer, spring...
7 Signs Your Child May Benefit From Therapy: What Parents Shouldn’t Ignore
Every child has difficult days. There are tears over homework, worries before school, friendship drama,...
ADHD, Executive Functioning, and Upset: Doing Before Thinking
One of the most common patterns I see in my work with children is doing...
Art Therapy for Children in Mount Kisco: Supporting Kids with Trauma, Anxiety, and Learning Differences
Trauma, Anxiety and Learning Differences As adults, we create fewer memories every day—but for children,...
