Updates - Manhattan Play Therapy

By Jaey Silva
February 26, 2026
Updates

Peer Pressure and Emotional Overload: How Therapy Helps Teens Cope

Peer Pressure and Emotional Overload: How Therapy Helps Teens Cope You might notice it in small ways at first. Your teen seems more irritable after school. They retreat to their room. They care deeply...

By Jaey Silva
February 19, 2026
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Why Emotional Regulation Feels Harder for Children in Winter

Why Emotional Regulation Feels Harder for Children in Winter As winter settles in, many parents notice subtle changes in their child’s mood and behavior. A child who felt steady in the fall may now...

By Jaey Silva
February 13, 2026
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How to Ease Student Stress in Late Winter

How to Ease Student Stress in Late Winter Late winter can be a tender time for children. The excitement of the holidays has faded. The school year feels real again. In Manhattan and Brooklyn,...

By Jaey Silva
February 5, 2026
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Pre-Holiday Academic Stress: Why It Peaks Before Midwinter Recess

Pre-Holiday Academic Stress: Why It Peaks Before Midwinter Recess As midwinter recess approaches, many parents notice a shift. A child who usually manages school days well may seem more irritable, unusually tired, or suddenly...

By Jaey Silva
January 30, 2026
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Knowing When Play Therapy Is the Right Support for Your Child

Knowing When Play Therapy Is the Right Support for Your Child Many parents notice a moment when something about their child’s behavior or emotions doesn’t go as smoothly as they expected it to. Perhaps...

By Jaey Silva
January 23, 2026
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Play Therapy for Kids During School Transitions

Play Therapy for Kids During School Transitions School transitions can be especially challenging for children. Returning to school after a break, starting a new grade, or adjusting to new classroom expectations often brings emotional...

By Jaey Silva
January 15, 2026
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Behavior Changes After Winter Break: What Children Are Communicating

Behavior Changes After Winter Break: What Children Are Communicating After winter break, many parents notice a shift in their child’s behavior. A child who seemed relaxed during the holidays may suddenly appear more irritable,...