Resources
Support for the Whole Family
Parent Story: A busy mom explains how Blackbird supported all three boys and both parents.
Supporting the Whole Child
Educator Guide: Understanding how learning differences and mental health challenges fit together.
By Amy Edgar
APRN, CRNP, FNP-C
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Clinician’s Take: Empowering pediatric mental health at Blackbird Health.
In Appreciation of Pediatric Nurses
Clinician’s Take: Essential facilitators in children’s mental health care.
Teaching Children Boundaries: 7 Types for Healthy Self-Respect
Parent Guide: Keys to fostering self-respect and emotional intelligence in kids by setting clear boundaries.
By Patrice Griffin, LPC
Why virtual care works for kids
Clinician’s Take: The benefits of online mental health support.
Parenting an Anxious Child: Real-world ways you can help
Parent Guide: Effective parenting strategies, how to recognize triggers, and resources for managing childhood anxiety.
By Caitlin Kolba, LCSW, CCTP
When and how to seek care for your child’s mental health
Parent Guide: Addressing concerns and taking action for your child's well-being.
By Amy Edgar, APRN, CRNP, FNP-C
Empowering Parents, Guiding Children
Pediatrician Guide: How pediatricians can use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support mental health conversations with families.
By Micah Munro
Psychotherapist, LCSW
Classroom Behavior Challenges
Educator Guide: Real-world strategies from 30 years of educational and clinical psychology experience.
By Coleen Vanderbeek PsyD, LPC
Unlocking Potential
Educator Guide: Practical insights and strategies to help students with ADHD thrive.
By Caronne Taylor Bloom, Education Advocate and LPC
Blackbird Health Policy Changes
Blackbird Health News: Adjustments to our requirements around lab work and genetic testing.
Confidence Comes Back
Parent Story: A grateful mom recalls how Blackbird Health helped her 10-year-old prepare for 6th grade.
The Technology Trap
Parent Guide: Navigating social media and technology with kids and young adults.
By Nicholas Mediate, Psychotherapist and Manager of Behavioral Health