Stacie Pozdol, M.S., LMHC

Stacie Pozdol, M.S., LMHC is a licensed, masters-level therapist with 20 years' experience working with individuals and families. She currently divides her time between running her own private practice and sharing her expertise on her blog: https://thebehaviorbuzz.home.blog/. Stacie lives in Indianapolis with her husband and two teenagers.

stress in children: mom sitting on bed with hands over head

Children's Health

8 signs of stress in children—and when to seek expert help

How do you separate normal kid adjustment behavior from something more significant? Here's how to tell when extra support may be needed.

Updated May 2, 2022

Children's Health, Mental Health

dad and child sledding down a hill

10 phrases to help kids cope with holiday disappointment this year

4. "You know what we can finally do this year?"

November 3, 2020

Christmas, Child, Covid, Holidays, Life, The Holidays

Here’s how to talk to that relative who says you’re being “too safe”

Here’s how to talk to that relative who says you’re being “too safe”

You know...THAT one.

November 2, 2020

Life

Quiet time is essential for kids’ brains—here are 5 ways to get it

Quiet time is essential for kids’ brains—here are 5 ways to get it

Experts say kids need quiet time as much as they need play.

August 11, 2020

Parenting, Child, Child Milestones

4 must-do steps after your child gets a diagnosis

4 must-do steps after your child gets a diagnosis

Having a child with extra needs isn't easy, but these manageable strategies can help

July 10, 2020

Life

8 fun ways to help high-risk kids feel connected this summer

8 fun ways to help high-risk kids feel connected this summer

For children with medical conditions or special needs, this summer is complicated.

July 2, 2020

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

mom on a beach with two kids

Child Learn & Play

Here’s what your kids REALLY need this summer

And it's got nothing to do with camp, technology or childcare

June 25, 2020

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

siblings sitting on a doorstep

If your kids are constantly fighting, try this

2. Use timers to support sharing.

May 29, 2020

Parenting, Child

mom holding a sad toddler

8 phrases that help kids deal with disappointment

"I'm sorry this is happening. I wish I could fix it for you."

Updated April 4, 2022

Parenting, Child