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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

My Incredible ADHD Brain: Big Ideas, Big Energy 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 , ,...

Ever notice how uncomfortable boredom feels for both kids?📱💭

Our first instinct is usually to fill every quiet moment with screens, schedules, or distractions—but what if boredom is actually important?

Check out our latest blog post by Patricia Hamilton, LMFT, as she explores how boredom can help encourage creativity, problem-solving, emotional growth, and an even stronger family connection.

A good reminder for parents, caregivers, and anyone feeling burned out by constant stimulation.

READ MORE: https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/boredom-is-a-good-thing

The Conative Group Blog | Boredom is a Good Thing Parents spend a great deal of time and money making elaborate plans for their children's summer vacations. Day camps, sleep away camps, enrichment classes, social skills groups... you name it. For many kids, every single day of summer is planned down to the last minute. For working parents, summers....

📘COMING SOON!
Dr. Kimberly Harrison is cooking up something for a new publication. Stay Tuned!

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By: Taylar Gutierrez, PsyD, LPC

When a child is anxious, our instinct is often to fix it right away. But what if the most powerful support isn’t solving… but staying curious?

For neurodivergent children, anxiety can show up in ways that are easy to misread—withdrawal, rigidity, or even frustration. These aren’t “bad behaviors”—they’re signals that something feels overwhelming.

When we slow down and lead with curiosity, we create space for connection—and that’s where real regulation begins. If you’re supporting a neurodivergent child, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📖 Read more: https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/supporting-anxiety-in-neurodivergent-children

The Conative Blog | Curiosity as a Tool: Supporting Anxiety in Neurodivergent Children When a child is anxious, most adults instinctively move into problem-solving mode. The urge is to fix it, reduce it, or protect the child from the discomfort. That instinct makes sense, and it comes from care! At the same time, anxiety rarely responds well to being rushed or pushed away. In many cas...

SAVE THE DATES!
📘Mon. July 27 - Fri. July 31, 2026🍎

FocusWeek helps students in 1st through 12th grade develop and strengthen their executive function skills for school and life, focusing on:

✏️ Planning & Organization
✏️ Flexible Thinking
✏️ Working Memory
✏️ Time Management
✏️ Emotion Regulation

FocusWeek 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

Led by our superstar counselors:
⭐ Kristine Habibi, LPC
⭐ Jack Wang, LPC
⭐ Katherine Esquivel, LPC

Sign Up Today!
https://www.theconativegroup.com/services/focusweek

The Conative Group | The Skilled Student Initiative: FocusWeek The Skilled Student Initiative™ at The Conative Group: FocusWeek is an intensive, group approach created by Dr. Kimberly Harrison in 2013 which helps children and teenagers with executive functioning issues prepare for school. Often nick-named "boot camp for back to school" FocusWeek is comprised ...

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Dr. Katherine Latimer explores how even small moments in nature can reduce stress, improve focus, and support overall well-being—backed by growing research showing that time outdoors lowers anxiety, boosts mood, and enhances cognitive function.

Whether it’s a walk in the park or the beach, gardening, or simply stepping outside for a breath of fresh air, reconnecting with nature can have a powerful impact on your mental health.

📖 Read the full article: https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/fresh-air-clear-mind-how-nature-boosts-mental-health

The Conative Blog | Fresh Air, Clear Mind: How Nature Boosts Mental Health Modern life is often defined by an abundance of screen time, packed schedules, and long hours spent indoors.

Learning during the summer can be fun and productive!

Join us for the 1st to 2nd Grade Group at 9 AM - 11 AM during our FocusWeek Summer Session from July 27 - 31, 2026.

Register Today! https://www.theconativegroup.com/services-focusweek

🌟 WAY TO GO TEAM! 🌟
A well-deserved CONGRATULATIONS to Jack Wang, who just completed his Associate-Level work and received full licensure!

We are so proud of you Jack for all that you do! Congrats on achieving your official !

➡️ New on the Conative Blog by Jack Wang, LPC.

As our lives become more digital, it’s worth asking—what do we lose when we’re no longer physically together? Research continues to show that face-to-face connections play a unique role in well-being, fostering deeper relationships and more meaningful interactions.

Read more about why in-person connection still matters—and how we can be more intentional about preserving it. https://www.theconativegroup.com/post/the-value-of-in-person-social-interactions-in-an-increasingly-virtual-world

The Conative Blog | The Value of In-Person Social Interactions in an Increasingly Virtual World The rise of digital communication has made it easier than ever to stay connected. With just a few taps, we can text, call, or video chat with someone across the globe.