Common Spring Therapy Group

07/15/2026

We're continuing our Crucial C series with the fourth C: Capable. The Adlerian Crucial C of Capable is about helping children develop confidence in their own abilities. Rather than doing things for children, we can empower them by believing in what they're able to do and giving them opportunities to practice. When children are trusted with responsibility and supported through challenges, they begin to believe in their own competence. Over time, these small experiences build confidence, resilience, and independence.

Here are a few simple ways to nurture the Crucial C of Capable:
- Let children do for themselves what they are able to do.
- Set age-appropriate expectations for responsibilities, chores, and daily life skills.
- Create opportunities for success by encouraging activities that match their developmental level while gently stretching their abilities.

07/09/2026

We're continuing our Crucial C series with the third C: Courage. Every child faces moments that feel hard, uncertain, or overwhelming. The Adlerian Crucial C of Courage is about helping children believe, "I can handle this."

Courage isn't about never being afraid. It's about developing the confidence to try, make mistakes, recover, and keep going. Here are a few simple ways to encourage the Crucial C of Courage:
- Show your child that making mistakes is a normal part of learning.
- Focus on effort and improvement rather than perfection.
- Teach calming skills, like taking deep breaths, to help them work through challenges.
- Offer open-ended play experiences, like finger painting or watercolors, where there is no "right" way to create.

07/08/2026

If you've been considering therapy for your child, now is a great time to get started. We have immediate openings for new clients at Common Spring Therapy Group!

Through play therapy, our therapists help children express emotions, build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and feel supported as they work through life’s challenges.

If you're ready to schedule or have questions about whether play therapy is a good fit for your child, we'd love to help. Visit https://www.commonspringtherapy.com/play-therapy or call 989-402-3340 to learn more!

Commons Spring is Midland's leading child, teen and adult mental health agency! Including services like play therapy and EMDR.

07/08/2026

At Common Spring Therapy Group, we believe that when children are given a safe space to play, they are also given a safe space to grow. Play is so much more than fun. Play is one of the ways children learn, grow, connect, and heal.

Through play, children practice problem-solving, express emotions they may not yet have words for, strengthen relationships, and build resilience. That's why play isn't just something we encourage; it's at the heart of the therapeutic work we do.

07/08/2026

Are you wondering how to gain greater cooperation from your children? Struggling with chores or routines? Not sure how to handle discipline issues? This five-week parenting education series for parents and caregivers of children of all ages will explore developing routines, emotional control, rules and relationships, and being a calm, assertive parent. Certificates of attendance and MIRegistry credit are available. Classes are July 9-August 6 from 7-8:30pm ET. Pre-registration is required. Contact Courtney Aldrich at [email protected] with questions. https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bOUJg8zZGkm98AC

07/07/2026

We are so excited to welcome Karasyn Kraska to the Common Spring Therapy Group team as an MSW intern! Karasyn is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where children, adolescents, and families feel seen, heard, and encouraged. She believes meaningful relationships are at the heart of healing and is committed to helping clients build confidence, resilience, and hope as they navigate life's challenges. We are so grateful to have her as part of our team and can't wait to see the impact she will have on the families we serve.

As an MSW intern, Karasyn will be providing therapy under clinical supervision while continuing her graduate training. This allows us to expand access to quality mental health care by offering services at a reduced self-pay rate.

07/02/2026

We are continuing our Crucial C series with the second C: Count. Every child needs to know that the matter unconditionally.

The Adlerian Crucial C of Count is all about helping children experience significance and believe they matter, they make a difference, and they have a meaningful place in their family and community. When children feel like they count, they're more likely to cooperate, contribute, and develop confidence in who they are.

Here are a few simple ways to nurture the Crucial C of Count:
- Give long, intentional hugs.
- Read together.
- Delight in who they are.
- Put away the electronics and be fully present.
- Love them in the way they receive love best.

07/01/2026

By request, the upcoming play therapy consultation group is moving online via Zoom! Whether you're working toward your Registered Play Therapist™ credential, looking to strengthen your clinical skills, or simply wanting a community of fellow play therapists to consult with, this group is designed for you.

Dates: August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, and December 1
Time: 12 - 1 PM EST
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost : $175 for all five sessions.
*No substitutions, make-up sessions, or transfers to other consultation groups, training dates, or events are available. If you are unable to attend a scheduled consultation session, that consultation hour will be forfeited.

I'd love to have you join us! Email [email protected] to register.

06/27/2026

Looking for a play therapist or therapy for children in the Midland area? We offer a warm, child-friendly environment where children and families feel supported!

At Common Spring Therapy Group, we specialize in helping children navigate life's big feelings using play therapy! Play therapy is an evidence-based approach that allows children to express themselves, develop coping skills, and build confidence through the language they know best, play! Our therapists support children experiencing anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, ADHD-related challenges, self-esteem struggles and family transitions.

Give us a call at (989) 402-3340 or fill our contact request form at https://www.commonspringtherapy.com/contact

06/23/2026

In Adlerian Play Therapy, we believe children flourish when they develop the 4 Crucial Cs: Connect, Capable, Count, and Courage.

The first C is Connect.
Children need to feel that they belong. They need to feel that they are loved, valued, and an important part of their family and community. When children experience genuine connection, they are more likely to cooperate, develop healthy self-esteem, and build resilience. Connection doesn't require elaborate activities or expensive outings. Often, it's found in the small moments like cooking together, playing a board game, showing interest in their day, noticing their strengths or sharing simple activities together