Caring for Your Whole Child Surprise AZ
Creating a secure environment is the most important way to meet your child s emotional needs. For a child, physical and emotional safety is imperative. Physically, she needs the security that comes from structure and order. This can be obtained by imposing gentle structure on her time, surroundings, and belongings.
Ms. Shannon Spellman
Veritas Counseling Center, LLC
602-863-3939
10640 N. 28th Drive, Suite B-202
Phoenix, AZ
Ms. Shannon Spellman
Veritas Counseling Center, LLC
602-863-3939
10640 N. 28th Drive, Suite B-202
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Credentials
Credentials: MSW, LCSW, LMFT, LISAC
Licensed in Arizona
29 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Addictions/Substance, Behavioral Problems, Family Dysfunction, Parenting Issues, Runaways, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Trauma/PTSD
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics)
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Adolescents (13-17), Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59)
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Barry Aneda Jr
(623) 889-7458
Surprise, AZ
Barry Aneda Jr
(623) 889-7458
Surprise, AZ 85374
Practice Areas
Career Development, Clinical Mental Health, Aging/Gerontological, Couples & Family, Depression/Grief/Chronically or Terminally Ill
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
Ms. Clyta A West
(520) 221-4202
12301 W Bell Road
Surprise, AZ
Ms. Clyta A West
(520) 221-4202
12301 W Bell Road
Surprise, AZ 85374
Specialties
Anxiety or Fears, Women's Issures, marriage, communic, Relationship Issues, Elderly Persons Disorders
Qualification
School: Colorado Christian University
Year of Graduation: 2000
Years In Practice: 9 Years
Patient Info
Ethnicity: Any
Gender: Female
Payment Methods
Sliding Scale: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: No
Accepted Insurance Plans: AZ Foundations
Heather Sestili
(623) 341-4463
Peoria, AZ
Heather Sestili
(623) 341-4463
Peoria, AZ 85382
Practice Areas
Childhood & Adolescence, Clinical Mental Health, Couples & Family, Sexual Abuse Recovery
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
Mrs. Sonia Jurek
(623) 414-9299
18001 N 79th Avenue
Glendale, AZ
Mrs. Sonia Jurek
(623) 414-9299
18001 N 79th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
Specialties
Relationship Issues, Divorce, Parenting
Qualification
School: University of San Diego
Year of Graduation: 2005
Years In Practice: 3 Years
Patient Info
Ethnicity: Any
Gender: All
Age: Children (6 to 10),Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19),Adults
Payment Methods
Sliding Scale: No
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Accepted Insurance Plans: SOME INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED
James Main
(623) 826-2543
Surprise, AZ
James Main
(623) 826-2543
Surprise, AZ 85374
Practice Areas
Addictions and Dependency, Career Development, Clinical Mental Health, Counselor Education, Couples & Family
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
Dressner Counseling Services Inc Ira Liana Dressner Lcsw
(917) 725-5200
Dressner Counseling Services Inc17901 North Adobe Mesa Court
Surprise, AZ
Dressner Counseling Services Inc Ira Liana Dressner Lcsw
(917) 725-5200
Dressner Counseling Services Inc17901 North Adobe Mesa Court
Surprise, AZ 85374
Specialties
Relationship Issues, Divorce, Trauma and PTSD, Elderly Persons Disorders
Qualification
School: New York University
Year of Graduation: 1992
Years In Practice: 15+ Years
Patient Info
Ethnicity: Native American, Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Gender: Male
Age: Adolescents,Adults,Elders
Payment Methods
Sliding Scale: No
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Accepted Insurance Plans: BlueCross and/or BlueShield
Ms. Clyta A West
(520) 221-4202
12301 W Bell Road
Surprise, AZ
Ms. Clyta A West
(520) 221-4202
12301 W Bell Road
Surprise, AZ 85378
Specialties
Women's Issures, marriage, communi, Divorce, Anxiety or Fears, Bipolar Disorder
Qualification
School: Colorado Christian University
Year of Graduation: 2000
Years In Practice: 10+ Years
Patient Info
Ethnicity: Any
Gender: All
Age: Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13),Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19),Adults,Elders (65+)
Payment Methods
Sliding Scale: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: No
Accepted Insurance Plans: AZ Foundations
David Phelan
(623) 330-3197
Litchfield Park, AZ
David Phelan
(623) 330-3197
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Practice Areas
Career Development, Childhood & Adolescence, Couples & Family, Depression/Grief/Chronically or Terminally Ill, Mental Health/Agency Counseling
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
Theresa Cole
Glendale, AZ
Theresa Cole
Glendale, AZ 85308
Practice Areas
Addictions and Dependency, Clinical Mental Health, Couples & Family, Sexual Abuse Recovery, Depression/Grief/Chronically or Terminally Ill
Certifications
National Certified Counselor
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Parent & Child
Caring for Your Whole Child
By Caron B. Goode
Email kygardner@verizon.net
Mar 27, 2006, 23:48
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Your child is a unique blend of traits, habits, and qualities. This blend is what makes her an individual. Therefore, caring for a child demands we address the whole person, not just part of her. While every child must be approached on her level, all children have five basic needs. They are physical, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual. These needs are basic to all human beings, and having them met is crucial to your child s growth and development.
Wholistic Care
Physically
Humans have three basic physical needs. We all need oxygen, water, and food to live. In our world, the quality of these things varies. These differences affect our bodies and how they respond to daily living. Polluted air and toxic water and food does not offer our bodies ample energy. On the other hand, pure air, water, and food allow the body to function at its best. While it is hard to control air and water quality, most parents can control what their children eat. Eating a healthy diet gives your child the strength to meet life head on. That means eating foods that are high in fiber and low in fat. It also means eating enough protein, fruits, and vegetables. In addition, parents should choose foods that are free of additives, preservatives, and food coloring.
Emotionally
Creating a secure environment is the most important way to meet your child s emotional needs. For a child, physical and emotional safety is imperative. Physically, she needs the security that comes from structure and order. This can be obtained by imposing gentle structure on her time, surroundings, and belongings. You may choose to include morning and bedtime rituals, routine meal times, and when age appropriate, chores. Emotionally, she needs a stable environment, which includes knowing her parents or mentors will be there when she needs them. It is from this place of absolute safety that she will develop and mature emotionally.
Socially
All children need support. For younger children, the family fills that role. As children age, however, that changes. They start moving into different communities and develop the desire to belong and achieve. They also begin to want friends and to be part of a larger group. In order for their social needs to be met, children must be encouraged to grow beyond the family. They must also have good role models on which they can build their own brand of social interaction. As with most things, children model their social behaviors after the ones their parents exhibit. Therefore, it is important your children see you as a friend and community member. Let them see you display acts of kindness and affection. Also, let them see you give and receive social support during times of adversity. By watching you, they will acquire the skills necessary to formulate a support group outside th...
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