Lindsay Crowe MSW, RSW

09/20/2021

Play therapy is a powerful modality that supports children, adolescents, and adults. As a Certified Play Therapist, I am so excited to be able to share information about this therapeutic approach. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about play therapy.

09/18/2021

This is one of my favourite videos to demonstrate the power of EMPATHY. True, genuine, connection, and understanding...empathy has such healing capacity.

Brené Brown has such a wonderful way of explaining this!

What is the best way to ease someone's pain and suffering? In this beautifully animated RSA Short, Dr Brené Brown reminds us that we can only create a genuin...

09/03/2021

Also...let's not forget teachers! I think it's amazing and admirable when teachers reach out for extra resources and supports in order to most effectively support their students!

Enjoy back to school!

When COVID-19 restrictions ease, students and educators must adapt and prepare for a return to schools. School staff will need to support students in the transition back to the classroom, and at the same time manage their own transition and anxiety.This article provides suggestions for school staff....

09/03/2021

As we get closer to back to school (who can believe summer is coming to an end?!)...

I've had a lot of inquires about back to school support. There are some amazing resources out there. I wanted to share a couple.

Please remember to individualize your strategies, not every approach works for every individual (child, parent, or teacher). This is okay! It's most important to be genuine and sincere in your approach. If you feel like you need more support and resources it is okay to reach out to professionals in your community.

Remember understanding, curiosity, empathy, and connection are key!

https://www.anxietycanada.com/articles/helping-your-child-cope-with-back-to-school-anxiety/

https://cmho.org/back-to-school-tips-for-parents/

Many parents are experiencing unprecedented stress and are worried about their kids’ mental wellness and the start of the school year.

09/03/2021

I'm clearly not a tech expert, but after hours of hard work I'm pleased to share my website. This will be another space for me to share resources and information about therapy and mental health.

Lindsay Crowe RSW MSW provides therapy services to support mental health for children, adolescents, and adults. Lindsay Crowe is a clinical social worker and certified play therapist.

09/02/2021

A great video to share some information about Play Therapy. This is from the American Association - we have a Canadian Play Therapy Association as well.

“Enter into children’s play and you will find the place where their minds, hearts, and souls meet.” Virginia Axline