As a budding school therapist, I’ve had to introduce myself to many new forms of play the past few years. I wholeheartedly believe in the magical power of play can
Our need for safety is paramount for our mental well-being. It is the basic need to be fulfilled in order to make positive change and growth. In today’s world, feeling
Like many of you this week, I am feeling a whirlwind of complicated emotions as the end of another school year approaches. I am feeling the additional distraction and heartache
At Tanager, we believe no family should have to choose between providing essential mental healthcare for their children or ensuring food is on the table. The Tanager Place Equity and
Tanager Place and the Meraki Institute of Learning at Tanager Place are recognizing National Mental Health Awareness Month in 2022 with a variety of activities and events throughout the month.
Have you ever spaced off and not sure where time went, but were able to complete the task? I know for myself, I do this eating. I have a plate
Imagine taking your child to the doctor, having your child diagnosed with a life-long condition, then being basically told to have a nice day. That was me when my daughter
Tanager Place is pleased to announce applications are now being accepted for the Bridge to the Future scholarship program for 2022. Thanks to a generous $1M anonymous gift to Tanager
This week is National Play Therapy Week, a time when we celebrate and advocate for the use of play in working with children. While some people may be familiar with
This week is National Play Therapy Week! February 6-12 is the week this year we celebrate the importance of play for children and families and honor the work done by
Because of your generosity, Tanager Place was able to do so many incredible things to propel our mission forward in 2021. Across the agency, our programs and staff worked passionately
Tonya Hotchkin, LMFT, RPT, CTRP-C, is the VP of Clinical Services at Tanager Place Bike riding, fort building, rock collections and swimming are a few of the things that
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