March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Taylor Ricciardi, Therapist, and how much she enjoys seeing her students grow and flourish. What is your favorite thing about working here? I love collaborating with different staff and working with the kids. […]
Mental Health in Education Blog
Meet Frank Harvey, Clinical Supervisor
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Frank Harvey, Clinical Supervisor, and how he collaborates with his team to meet student needs. What is your favorite thing about working for Thrive Alliance Group? I have been in the mental health […]
Meet Krista Seabrook, Clinical Supervisor
March 1 was Employee Appreciation Day! We are celebrating our team members all month long by sharing their stories. Read more about Krista Seabrook, Clinical Supervisor, at Thrive Alliance Group and how she strives to provide a safe and supportive environment for her students. What is your favorite thing about working here? I love that […]
Classroom Behavior & Management Strategies That Work
We’ve all experienced the student who hides inside his hoodie in class and ignores the lesson. It’s easy to assume that this student is disrespecting us and to react with anger. But in reality, this common classroom behavior is not about us at all. The student is overwhelmed with a negative emotion and is trying […]
Art Therapy Improves Mental Health & Behavior at School
For schools looking to support students’ emotional wellbeing and improve classroom behavior, art therapy can be an effective intervention for students of all ages. Here’s a primer on art therapy for mental health, how it works in schools, the benefits you can expect, and how to get started bringing the practice to your school or […]
How to Create a Family Media Plan
We’re all concerned about the amount of time young people spend on their phones. But what can we do? Establish a family media plan that limits access and encourages responsible use of digital media. Unfettered access to social media and other online platforms impacts mental health, social skills, and exposes our kids to inappropriate and […]