Growing Minds

09/01/2026

💩 Super P**per Foods vs. Stuck P**p Foods!

Ever wish your child understood that some foods help p**p move along while others can make things… well, a little more stuck? Super P**per Foods are fiber- and fluid-rich foods that help keep p**p moving, while Stuck P**p Foods can contribute to harder, slower-to-move p**p that can be painful and lead to withholding.

In Tummy Troopers, kids and grown-ups learn a shared, kid-friendly language for talking about p**p and food without shame, pressure, or power struggles. We make it fun to discover Super P**per Foods and help kids get excited about making choices that help their bodies feel good!

💬 One caregiver attends with the child.
💰Therapy group may be reimbursable through insurance
🗓️ Parents-Only Virtual Intro Session, TBD
Parent-Child Sessions:
🗓️Rockville: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm, Beginning Sept 3
DC: Tuesdays 3:00-3:50pm, Beginning Sept 8

👇REGISTER HERE: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/JeZvDs1XeX

08/25/2026

Another day of cleaning 💩 from 👖? 💫THERE'S HOPE!!💫
🌟🚽Tummy Troopers is BACK!🚽🌟
💛What if instead of feeling hopeless and ashamed, your child's toileting struggles could help them feel STRONG, RESILIENT and CONNECTED?
💩If you feel like you are saying and doing all the wrong things to help your child move forward in their toileting process, you’re not alone - and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.
💖Tummy Troopers is a playful, sensory-based group where children and their caregivers explore body signals, reduce stress and shame, and build comfort, curiosity, and confidence - together.
In each session, we:
🧠 Use neuro-behavioral tools to support body awareness and regulation.
🫶 Practice gentle, body-based strategies to help reduce accidents and anxiety.
🌿 Offer holistic tips and calming routines to support toileting success at home.
🤝 Strengthen the parent–child partnership so your child doesn’t feel alone in this.
🌱With movement, games, and lots of sensory fun, your child will feel seen, supported, and safe to grow.
💬 One caregiver attends with the child.
💰Therapy group may be reimbursable through insurance
🗓️ Parents-Only Virtual Intro Session, TBD
Parent-Child Sessions:
🗓️Rockville: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm, Beginning Sept 3
DC: Tuesdays 3:00-3:50pm, Beginning Sept 8

👇REGISTER HERE: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/JeZvDs1XeX

08/19/2026

Friday, August 14th & 21st from 9am-12pm
Some children aren't looking for a busier summer. They're looking for a place to belong.
Some children thrive in smaller groups, with less pressure, clear expectations, and the freedom to connect at their own pace.
Create, Collaborate & Connect is a creative workshop designed to help children build confidence, express themselves through art, and develop meaningful friendships in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming environment.
Through collaborative art projects, games, and play, children will discover new ways to connect, collaborate, and express themselves while building confidence and friendship along the way.
*This Child Therapist-led workshop is a preview of a therapy group we'll be offering through Growing Minds Therapy this fall. Join Rob Rielly, LCSW-C for a day of fun and to check out if the Fall group is a good fit for your creative kiddo!
To register:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/TUss1F9RJ9

08/11/2026

🎨💛 Creativity isn't just about making art... it's about building confidence, resilience, problem-solving, and connection.
Our Create, Collaborate, Connect workshop gives children the chance to express themselves, work together, and discover that there are many ways to create, communicate, and belong.

📖 This article from Golden Road Arts is a wonderful reminder of why creative expression matters for growing minds.

🌈🎨 Help your child create, collaborate, and connect! Click here to join us! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/TUss1F9RJ9
For rising 3rd-5th graders!

📅 Workshop Dates:
Friday, August 14: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday, August 21: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Why does creativity matter in elementary and middle school? Learn how self-expression promotes practical skills and emotional growth. Call (503) 718-7097.

08/08/2026

🚌💛 Wondering if your child is really ready for kindergarten?

Kindergarten readiness is about so much more than letters and numbers. It's about confidence, independence, emotional regulation, friendships, and knowing how to navigate a brand-new environment.

🎧 This conversation with Susie Allison of Busy Toddler is a wonderful place to start!

🌱🚌 Give your child the skills - and your family the confidence - for a smoother transition to kindergarten. Click here to join us!
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/TUss1F9RJ9

📅 6 Days Total:
Tuesday, August 11 – Thursday, August 13
Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM each day

Podcast Episode · Momwell · August 10, 2022 · 37m

08/08/2026

Do you know a child that is "On My Way To K????"
If so, join our 🏫🎒📚✏️🤔 On My Way to K Therapy Group!
Recess, Homework & Bus Rides… Oh My! Starting kindergarten is a big step — for children and parents. This supportive therapy group is designed especially for rising kindergartners who may feel nervous about separations, making new friends, riding the bus, or navigating the structure of a school day.Through engaging, play-based activities, stories, and role-play, children will build essential kindergarten-readiness skills, including:
Managing separation from caregivers
Coping with worries and big feelings
Problem-solving with peers
Asking for help appropriately
Building confidence in new situations
Our goal is to help children feel capable, connected, and excited about starting school.
Parent Support Included: We partner closely with parents by providing practical strategies to manage school-related worries, strengthen parent-child communication, and reinforce skills at home. Caregivers will leave feeling equipped to support their child’s growing independence while staying connected and confident through this transition. Kindergarten is a big adventure — we’re here to help your child (and you!) feel ready.
Intensive Two-Week Program!
Tuesday, August 11-Thursday, August 13 and Tuesday, August 18- Thursday, August 20
(6 Days total): 10:00AM- 11:00 AM each day
To register:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/TUss1F9RJ9

08/07/2026

Another day of cleaning 💩 from 👖? 💫THERE'S HOPE!!💫
🌟🚽Tummy Troopers is BACK!🚽🌟
💛What if instead of feeling hopeless and ashamed, your child's toileting struggles could help them feel STRONG, RESILIENT and CONNECTED?
💩If you feel like you are saying and doing all the wrong things to help your child move forward in their toileting process, you’re not alone - and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.
💖Tummy Troopers is a playful, sensory-based group where children and their caregivers explore body signals, reduce stress and shame, and build comfort, curiosity, and confidence - together.
In each session, we:
🧠 Use neuro-behavioral tools to support body awareness and regulation.
🫶 Practice gentle, body-based strategies to help reduce accidents and anxiety.
🌿 Offer holistic tips and calming routines to support toileting success at home.
🤝 Strengthen the parent–child partnership so your child doesn’t feel alone in this.
🌱With movement, games, and lots of sensory fun, your child will feel seen, supported, and safe to grow.
💬 One caregiver attends with the child.
💰Therapy group may be reimbursable through insurance

🗓️ Parents-Only Virtual Intro Session, TBD
Parent-Child Sessions:
🗓️Rockville: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm, Beginning Sept 3
DC: Tuesdays 3:00-3:50pm, Beginning Sept 8

👇REGISTER HERE: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/JeZvDs1XeX