Welcome to the Mighty Minds Therapy Blog
Here we share information about child therapy, teen therapy, EMDR, trauma therapy, parenting support, and mental health for adults and helping professionals. Our practice is located in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and we serve the greater Denver area, including Denver, Lakewood, Arvada, and Westminster.
These articles are designed to help parents, teens, adults, and families better understand mental health, emotional regulation, trauma, behavior changes, anxiety, and burnout, as well as recognize when therapy may be helpful.
We offer a range of services, including trauma therapy, play therapy for children, EMDR therapy, and parent coaching, to support individuals and families at different stages of life.
The goal of this blog is to provide practical, evidence-based, and easy-to-understand information about therapy, parenting, trauma, EMDR, emotional health, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for support for your child, your teen, yourself, or your family, we hope these resources are helpful.
Signs of Trauma in Children and Teens
Many parents notice when something feels different with their child or teen, but it can be hard to understand what those changes mean. Sometimes a child becomes more emotional, more anxious, more withdrawn, or more reactive after a difficult or overwhelming experience. These can be early signs of trauma in children and teens, especially after a stressful or overwhelming experience. Other times, the signs are more subtle and [read more]
Behavior vs Emotional Regulation
Many behaviors that seem challenging, especially in children and teens, are often understood as “misbehavior.” However, in many cases, what we are seeing is not a behavior problem, but a difficulty with emotional regulation. Understanding the difference between behavior and emotional regulation can shift how we respond and support change more effectively. [read more]
How to Find the Right Therapist
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially if you are not sure where to start. With so many options, it can be difficult to know what to look for or how to choose someone who feels like a good fit. The process does not need to be perfect. Finding the right therapist is often about identifying what feels supportive, comfortable, and aligned with your needs. [read more]
Anxiety in Children, Teens, and Adults
Anxiety is a common experience for children, teens, and adults. It can show up as worry, restlessness, physical tension, or a sense of feeling overwhelmed. At times, anxiety can be helpful. It can signal that something matters or help prepare for challenges. However, when anxiety becomes frequent, intense, or difficult to manage, it can begin to affect daily life. [read more]
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session
Starting therapy can feel unfamiliar, and it is common to have questions about what will happen in the first session. Some people feel nervous, unsure what to say, or wonder if therapy will be helpful. The first session is designed to help you feel more comfortable, understand the process, and begin identifying what you would like support with. [read more]
What Is EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps people process and heal from distressing experiences. This type of therapy is commonly used for trauma, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties. When something overwhelming happens, the brain may not fully process the experience. Instead of being stored in a way that feels resolved, the memory can remain “stuck,” continuing to affect thoughts, emotions, and reactions. [read more]
What Is Play Therapy
Play therapy is a developmentally appropriate form of therapy that helps children express emotions, process experiences, and build coping skills through play. Because children do not always have the words to describe what they are feeling, this form of expression becomes their natural way of communicating. Through toys, art, movement, and creative expression, children are able to show what they are experiencing internally in a way that feels [read more]
