Connecting for Kids, a Westlake-based nonprofit, will hold music therapy sessions on Aug. 8 and 9 at Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. The free program provides children and ...

ORG WELL, IMAGINE HAVING TO LEARN TO WALK AGAIN OR TIE YOUR SHOE NOW IMAGINE FACING THAT REALITY AS A CHILD. KMBC NINE CARES FOR KIDS AND ABILITY KC ARE TEAMING UP TO HELP KIDS THRIVE WITH THERAPY.

Children and teens have not yet fully developed the skills needed to identify, understand, and cope with stressors. As a result, they may experience unease, emotional distress, or a diminished sense ...

DIFFERENCE. MEET MARLEY, YOU STEP UP. GOOD CATCH. EVERY STEP SHE TAKES IS A BLESSING. IN DECEMBER, WE FOUND OUT THAT MARLEY HAD A LARGE BRAIN TUMOR IN THE BACK OF HER HEAD. MARLEY WAS LIKE, REALLY OFF ...

Carlos, a six-year-old Hispanic American diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is primarily non-verbal. At age two, he was removed from his home due to abuse and neglect. Carlos and his four ...

A growing body of research shows that getting outside is good for mood and memory. Some therapists are bringing their practices outdoors to boost the benefits.

Balance and Bloom uses superheroes, sand trays, and storytelling to help St. Louis kids build emotional literacy.