A child seldom needs a good talking to as much as a good listening to. ~Robert Brault
Welcome!
The start of a new school year is an eagerly anticipated and exciting time for children and parents alike. It can also be an especially stressful time, when children may need an extra measure of patience, reassurance, and support.
In this issue of CIP News & Notes, we offer a checklist of behaviors that may arise with the return to school and/or other periods of transition. Often, these are nothing to worry about, but it’s always a good idea to check with your child’s pediatrician, school teacher, or other professional about any questions or concerns.
I hope to hear from you, with questions and comments. Contact: Robin Joy Berenson, PhD, MFT, Executive and Clinical Director, at 415-459-5999 x100 or email: rjberensoncip@aol.com.
Free Consultation during September
at CIP
During September, CIP will offer a free child assessment and consultation for parents with concerns about their children. Please phone (415)459-5999 x 102 for more information.
We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today. ~Stacia Tauscher
A Checklist for Health: Your School-age Child
A child’s behavior can give parents valuable information about his or her emotional state and ability to cope with the everyday stresses of childhood. Often they are temporary and represent signs of normal growth. However, if they persist or cause you concern, don’t hesitate to consult a professional. Remember that early attention can often prevent or resolve problems more easily.
* temper tantrums, fears, worries, panic
* lying, over-sensitivity, jealousy, overly competitive
* nightmares, nail biting, bed wetting
* over-eating, poor appetite, thumb sucking, grinding teeth
* overly aggressive, destructiveness, violence
* inappropriate expression of anger, impatience
* speech problems, poor communication skills
* unhappiness, anxiety, depression
* withdrawal, isolation, inattention
* feels disliked by teacher, peers
* low self-esteem, negative self talk (“I can’t do it”)
* school behavior, performance needs improvement
* disrespect, problematic family relations/childcare situation
* a recent or unresolved loss, hyperactivity, excessive crying
* excessive craving for sweets, excessive TV watching
It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men. ~Frederick Douglass
Il Davide Restaurant & Starry Night Winery to Present A Winemaker Dinner
Join us for a very special event on Monday, October 4 at 6 PM, when David Haydon, Il Davide Chef/Owner, prepares a masterful, multi-course, gourmet dinner to pair with Starry Night Winery’s award-winning wines (Wayne Hansen, Winemaker). Seating is very limited for this fundraiser to benefit Community Institute for Psychotherapy and reservations should be made as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.. The cost is $60 per person, gratuity not included. Contact: Il Davide (901 A Street, San Rafael) at (415) 454-8080, or CIP at cipmarin@aol.com or (415) 459-5999 extension 101. To view the menu and for more information: please click here.
Contestants Sought for First Annual
Loving Spoonfuls: Marin’s Soup and Dessert Challenge
Everyone loves a challenge, and here’s one not to be missed! Community Institute for Psychotherapy proudly announces the first annual Loving Spoonfuls: Marin’s Soup and Dessert Challenge, a fund raising benefit in which restaurants and sponsoring businesses, clubs, and service groups are invited to chop and dice their way to compete for Best Soups, Best Dessert, and People’s Choice awards. This all-ages event will be held Saturday, January 11, 2011, from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at the Mill Valley Community Center. More information here
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Community Institute for Psychotherapy
1330 Lincoln Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-459-5999
www.cipmarin.org
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