Rose Marie AhrensJul 18, 20207 minMoving on...The journey of transformation As we learn more about COVID-19, we learn to accept its existence and to respond to its impact. We...
Rose Marie AhrensMar 21, 20205 minAnd this too shall pass...5 Tips for thriving during uncertain times As the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to spread, we are faced with school...
The Play TherapistJan 4, 20193 minForgivenessThis post defines forgiveness and describes the forgiveness process which is key in self-acceptance and developing self-compassion.
The Play TherapistDec 13, 20182 minSurviving the HolidaysThere is a great amount of excitement and anxiety about this holiday season when our expectations of self and others are running high. It...
The Play TherapistAug 13, 20183 minBack to School JittersStarting school after a long summer break can cause both excitement and anxiety for both parents and children. In this post I share some sto
The Play TherapistNov 1, 20172 minGratitudeis the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. Gratitude involves affirming the good in our...
The Play TherapistOct 22, 20175 minCultivating Self-Confidence and GritThere is a fundamental difference between self-esteem and self-confidence. Self esteem involves the measurement of personal accomplishment a
The Play TherapistOct 11, 20172 minGood StuffAt this time of the year, my students and I engage in 'Hunt the Good Stuff'. Each day for six weeks, we personally reflect on one good...
The Play TherapistOct 3, 20173 minPlay is more than just fun!I had the privilege and honour of presenting a play workshop to Teaching Assistants and Student Learning Coaches at the Frankfurt Internatio