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Group Therapy for Kids in Kansas City

 Anxiety-relieving practices disguised as play

Help kids learn emotional regulation, motor skills and more in a play-based studio!

Elevate your child’s well-being with Aerial Yoga

 

Group Therapy for Kids in Kansas City enhances emotional regulation, coping skills and motor control.

Our licensed therapists facilitate small group therapy with kids using the aerial hammock as a therapeutic prop.  Aerial yoga fosters social connections among children. Participating in group therapy allows kids to interact with their peers, share experiences, and support one another in their practice. This social aspect can enhance their sense of belonging and teamwork, as they learn to encourage each other while navigating the challenges of aerial poses. Building friendships in a supportive environment not only makes the practice more enjoyable but also contributes to their overall emotional well-being.

Group therapy for kids helps them learn the necessary motor, sensory, and behavioral skills to handle whatever obstacles life throws their way!

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy

Group Therapy for Kids in Kansas City

Our therapists teach small group therapy classes using the aerial yoga hammock and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. The small group therapy includes time in our relaxation room to teach activities that help reduce anxiety and teach coping skills.

Therapists currently offer small therapy groups of 2 to 6 to work on a variety of needs such as motor, sensory, autism, ADHD and anxiety. Payment options include self-pay and using your health saving account and we are in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield.

 

 

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What we Offer

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Reflex Integration

Reflexes that are not integrated can cause academic and behavioral issues. Reflex integration seeks to retrain and integrate movements.
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Sensory Regulation

Our sensory processing interventions help children learn optimal foundational skills for sensory processing, reflex integration, and movement control.
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Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy is a research based neurological approach that teaches your child to reduce anxiety, improve executive function, and handle difficult emotions.
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Aerial Hammock

By integrating therapy protocols with mindfulness in an aerial hammock, you'll see benefits such as increased strength, improved motor skills, sensory integration, and more.
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What to Expect From

Group Therapy for Kids in Kansas City

1

Find Your Fit

Sign up for one of our monthly trial classes and Dr. Tracy will be able to tell you  which service is the best fit for your child. If group therapy for kid’s is the right service for your child, we can set up an assessment.

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Attend Group Therapy

Once the evaluation is completed, your child will attend a weekly therapy group. Our evidence-based approach addresses a variety of conditions, including autism, anxiety, motor delays, ADD/ADHD, developmental delays, and neurological conditions using the aerial hammock as a therapy prop.

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See the Difference

Research shows that in 8-weeks, with consistent practice, you’ll notice a difference in the way your child interacts and regulates their emotions. Your child’s regulation skills will continue to develop with practice, which is why we recommend a home education plan to practice mindfulness strategies when your child is happy and calm.

 

Book an Initial Self Pay Assessment

 

 

Licensed Therapists

The staff at Mindful Child Wellness includes licensed therapists with specialized training in pediatric movement, nutrition, aerial yoga, mindfulness and more.

 

Whole-Child Approach

We believe in a whole-child approach. This method combines techniques from neurology, sensory, and motor skills. It also includes psychology, behavioral nutrition, cognitive behavioral therapy, and relaxation training.

 

Research-Backed

We use methods supported by neurological research to improve executive functioning. Our goal is to build happiness, resilience, and healthy habits for life!

What Parents Are Saying

 

My daughter visited Aerial Yoga for a Girl Scout Event and Loved It!! She talked about it all the way home and continues to talk about her great experience.

- Veronica W.

I set up an event for my Daisy Girl Scout troop, and it was wonderful. Girls walked in nervous and unsure, and they walked out on cloud nine feeling confident and proud. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish.

- Angie S.

My daughter participated in a Girl Scouts Event and loved it! Great sensory play, added plus - working on strength and flexibility in a different way. The instructor was fantastic!

- Karen M.

Took our Girl Scout Troop to help earn a badge focused on wellness. The girls absolutely loved it and claim it is one of their favorite activities we have done.

- Melissa C.

I have worked with Tracy for the past seven years and have watched her use her skills as a psychologist helping children with autism, anxiety and ADHD. Tracy has worked with early childhood age children with great success. Tracy has also been very successful with older children ranging from elementary school age through high school. Tracy’s creative ways of working with children meet both their sensory and cognitive needs. She is always there to answer questions or make suggestions when a situation arises. Tracy understands the long-term commitment it takes to help children become successful in the world.

- Dr. Thomas K. Lawson, Director of Special Education

My daughter has been going to classes at Mindful Child for about 10 months. She also attends private sessions with Dr. Tracy. She loves going to classes, and also her private sessions. My daughter’s confidence has improved so much, it has been life changing for us. I’m so thankful to have found a wonderful professional, who truly cares about helping children.

- Happy Parent

Dr. Tracy Daniel does an excellent job of teaching children aerial yoga and mindfulness. Tracy takes the utmost care to make sure her facility is clean and safe with properly secured yoga hammocks and a cushioned floor. She makes sure each class is staffed so each child has a helping hand and encouragement when needed. Each group lesson is thought out to provide a variety of activities to stimulate physical and mental growth in each child.

- Parent

I have attended Dr Tracy’s Level 1 and 2 Mindful Child Yoga Teacher Training and they were both phenomenal! The knowledge she brings with how to incorporate mindfulness and yoga with kids and teens is amazing and truly life changing for students and teachers both. She is changing our world one breath and yoga pose at a time! I’m truly grateful for all she has taught me!

- K. Shipley, Physical Therapist

My preschool classroom has been lucky enough to have Tracy Daniel visit multiple times and demonstrate her yoga skills with the children. Each time she has visited, she has brought innovative yoga sequences that are fun and teach body awareness skills to the children and teachers. She has been extremely patient and always explains the moves in simple ways. The children are excited to share what they have learned with their families and they talk about Tracy’s visits for days!

- L. Cramer, Preschool Teacher

Our son, Jack, is 10 years old and has been diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, anxiety and autism for 8 years. Tracy does a great job of incorporating a sensory therapy session with fun yoga poses. Jack started off with a yoga schedule board and has steadily improved his poses and strength to where now he can incorporate yoga into a fun story time flow. She shares her routine with us, so we can continue to work on yoga at home as well. Tracy makes yoga fun for Jack and he loves working with her every week. Since working with Tracy, Jack’s focus and anxiety have drastically improved. Jack’s school has even started incorporating yoga into their routines, as a result of the improvements they’ve seen in Jack. We highly recommend Tracy’s services!

- Happy Parent

I love that Mindful Child teaches my kids the importance of taking care of their brains along with their bodies. The mindfulness skills they are learning will serve them well throughout their lives.

- Dr. Walsh, Neurologist & Parent

Kid's Therapy in Prairie Village

Discover If Group Therapy for Kid’s Is Your Solution

Many parents aren’t sure if their children’s needs can be addressed in aerial yoga or therapy. Register for a Trial Class so that Dr. Tracy can help determine which service is best for your child!

Register for Trial Class

Helpful Tips

How do I know if my child might need occupational therapy?

If you notice that your child has trouble interacting with others or managing their emotions, or that they might have developmental delays, then group therapy for kids may be a good fit for them. However, each child is different, so we recommend a trial class or signing up for an initial assessment to see if it’s a good fit.

If my child has special needs, can they enroll in aerial yoga classes, too?

There are certain behavioral objectives that a child has to meet for an large aerial yoga class so that every student and staff member can have a safe and beneficial experience. Depending on your child’s special needs, they may need small group therapy for kids until their behavior meets the required expectations to attend a larger group setting without support.

What is the initial assessment process like?

The initial assessment is conducted in a play-based manner, incorporating tools like the aerial hammock and an obstacle course

We test the following:

    • Primitive Reflexes
    • Sensory Processing
    • Executive Functioning
    • Problem Behaviors
    • Adaptive Skills
    • Motor Planning
    • Strength
    • Gravitational Insecurity
    • Visual Tracking

Assessments are booked online. Once your appointment is received and reviewed, we will contact you via e-mail to move forward with the assessment. It will be a comprehensive evaluation consisting of standardized testing, observations, reflex evaluation, and parent-report measures. A meeting is scheduled afterward for a complete review of our findings.

Our Policies

Insurance Policy

We are moving away from billing commercial insurance for group therapy for kids in Prairie Village. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana.  We do not take Medicaid.

Payment Policy

Payment plans are available for group therapy for kids for our several week sessions. A deposit is required to secure your child’s spot. Payment is due at the time of service and is payable by cash, check, or credit card (all major credit cards accepted). You can use a Health Savings Account or Flex Spending Account if your card has a Visa or Mastercard logo. A credit card must be kept on file to secure services, though you may opt to use a different form of payment anytime. If using a card for payment, Mindful Child will run the card on the business day of the appointment with the card on file. Parents are responsible for all services insurance does not pay for.

Cancellation Policy

Mindful Child Wellness has a NO refund policy. It’s important for your child to attend their therapy sessions consistently. We reserve studio space and staff with a commitment to support your child with small group therapy, and we hope that families can return that commitment.

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