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Reflecting On a Year Ago Today
As I picked up candy for Halloween tomorrow, I realized one year ago today, my son was in a juvenile detention center where he spent...
Kimberly
May 167 min read


Why Foster Parents Can’t Restrain — But Texas Public Schools Can: A Double Standard Hurting Foster and Adopted Children
In Texas, foster parents are required to sign agreements stating they will never physically restrain a foster child unless it’s to...
Kimberly
Mar 243 min read


Schools Using the Police to Discipline for Bad Behaviors Instead of Mental Health Support
School administrators increasingly use police as part of school disciplinary processes for a variety of reasons, though this practice has...
Kimberly
Sep 15, 20244 min read


The Rise of "Calming Corners" in Classrooms: A Step Towards Mental Wellness
In recent years, the educational landscape has seen a significant shift towards prioritizing mental health and well-being for students....
Kimberly
Jul 18, 20243 min read


Understanding the Voices of Developmentally Traumatized Children
In the realm of child mental health, it's paramount to understand the "voices" of the children we care for. While research and clinical...
Kimberly
Jul 14, 20243 min read
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