The Conative Group

06/22/2026

Are you ready for boot camp for back to school? Join us for our FocusWeek program on July 27-31, 2026.

Summer Schedule:
1st-2nd Gr. Lower Elementary: 9 AM - 11 AM
3rd-5th Gr. Upper Elementary: 12 PM - 2 PM
6th-8th Gr. Middle School: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
9th-12th Gr. High School: 5 PM - 7 PM

📙 Register Today by calling our office at 713.993.7030
www.theconativegroup.com/programs/summer-focusweek

06/15/2026

New on the Conative Blog by Kristine Habibi, LPC

Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. When you notice your child struggling to regulate big emotions, remember they’re often mirroring what they see.

Model calm problem-solving, validate feelings, and teach simple coping tools (deep breaths, “I feel” statements, counting to ten). Small, consistent actions such as routines, clear boundaries, and open conversations, help to build resilience over time.

💬 Read more: https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/the-impact-of-parental-emotions-on-children

When working with children who struggle to emotionally regulate, I notice that each of these children has one thing in common: There is someone in their circle who they view as a role model who also struggles to emotionally regulate.

06/08/2026

💬 Confused about whether your child’s struggles point to ADHD or Autism? We can help you find clarity with our comprehensive assessments.

Our experienced and passionate team of clinicians will evaluate and provide therapy recommendations that are best suited for you and your family.

🧠 Schedule a consultation today! https://www.theconativegroup.com/services/testing

06/08/2026

Help your child strengthen the tools they can use in school and in life.

Join us for FocusWeek on July 27-31, 2026. For 1st-12th grade students.

📙 Register Today at The Conative Group! https://www.theconativegroup.com/programs/summer-focusweek

05/28/2026

“Échale ganas” is a phrase many people in the Latin community have heard before. It is often said with good intentions, but to someone already trying their best, it can feel discouraging.

Our latest article by Marc Gutierrez, LPC-A, explores how motivation is often misunderstood, especially when ADHD in children, teens, or adults and executive functioning challenges are involved. What may look like procrastination, laziness, or lack of discipline can sometimes be something much deeper.

Let's change the conversation from shame to understanding and ask important questions like "What kind of support is needed?”

Read more on The Conative Blog ➡️
https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/chale-ganas-when-motivation-isnt-the-problem

“ADHD didn’t exist when I was a kid.” How many of you have heard this before? ADHD is not some new condition invented in the 21st century, but rather it is something that went unrecognized, misunderstood, and often would be labeled as lacking motivation, lacking discipline, or being lazy.

05/22/2026

Did you know that ADHD is your superpower?

Dr. Kimberly Harrison's new children’s book helps kids see ADHD through a positive and empowering lens. This story of three friends encourages children to better understand how their brains work, recognize their strengths, and feel more confident in who they are.

A great read for parents who want to help their child feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

📚Available now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/05kx0G3G

05/21/2026

🌿 New On The Conative Blog 🌿
By: Alana Tristan, LPC

Feeling stuck, numb, or heavy? Understanding the intricacies of depression is a critical step toward healing and personal insight.

📖Read more to deepen your understanding of these critical emotional indicators.➡️
https://wix.to/oAJSQ4V

When depression hits, it is often seen as a negative sticky bubble gum that has you feeling like a big ball of mess-heavy, stagnant, inactive, and much more.

05/18/2026

Does your child have big ideas, endless energy, and a brain that seems to move faster than the world around them?

Dr. Kimberly Harrison's new children’s book, 🧠"My Incredible ADHD Brain: Big Ideas, Big Energy,"🙆‍♂️ helps children with ADHD feel seen, understood, and celebrated.

Written with warmth and encouragement, this book gives parents a positive way to talk to their child about ADHD, not as something “wrong,” but as a different way of thinking, learning, and experiencing the world.

This book is for families who want to build confidence, connection, and self-understanding in their child.

Available now on Amazon in paperback format 👉https://a.co/d/0caUIwiz

Created by clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly B. Harrison, this book is part of a larger framework that helps children and families understand ADHD in a clear, empowering way. is more than a story—it’s a tool to help children understand how their brain works and feel proud of it. Meet , ,...