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April is World Autism Awareness Month, and this year’s theme — Regulation Over Reaction — invites us to pause before we respond. That pause matters not just in how we handle difficult moments, but in how we talk about autism altogether. For a long time,…

When a doctor says your child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), one of the first things you’ll hear is that autism is a “spectrum.” But what does that actually mean? The spectrum is not a straight line from “mild” to “severe.” Think of it less…

Regulation over reaction is not a destination. It is a daily practice — for our children, and for us. And on the hard days, just remembering to pause before reacting is enough. Understanding your child’s sensory world and emotional needs connects deeply to understanding who…

(This article is for you, those of you feeling the harshness of the world and need a safe place to land). Over the past month, our practice moved into a larger office suite. On paper, it was an exciting step forward. We were growing. Opportunity…

Last month, we shared the exciting news that a second location was on the horizon — and we are so happy to say that day is finally here! We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Wellspring Psychological Services, Inc. is now officially open and operating…

We are thrilled to introduce Bailey Macey, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as the newest member of our practice here in Monterey, CA. Bailey brings over three years of clinical experience specializing in trauma-informed care for individuals and couples. She holds a Master’s degree in…