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Beth Grosshans
Author and Clinical Child Psychologist
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Navigating the complexities of childhood can present significant hurdles for families. Many parents find themselves grappling with children who exhibit intense temperamental outbursts or resist reasoning. Disrespectful and demanding behaviors can create further strain. Additionally, childhood anxiety can transform everyday occurrences, such as attending school or birthday parties, into sources of considerable stress. Challenges surrounding sleep, eating, and toileting are also frequently encountered, leading some children to avoid, refuse, or make excessive demands on their parents.
The journey of fostering essential life skills in children, encompassing self-control, respect, cooperation, independent sleep, and healthy eating habits, can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the most effective path forward. Recognizing this profound need, Beth Grosshans, a dedicated professional in the field, has made it her mission to equip these families with the insights and practical strategies necessary to overcome these developmental and behavioral obstacles.
Beth Grosshans laid her academic groundwork by earning a B.A. in Psychology from The University of Cincinnati. Her commitment to in-depth knowledge led her to Ohio State University, where she obtained both her Master’s degree and Ph.D. in Clinical Child Psychology.
Her transition into the professional realm began with an internship at the esteemed Boston Children’s Hospital and Judge Baker's Children’s Center psychiatric inpatient unit. This pivotal experience allowed her to apply her extensive academic learning in a real-world setting, benefiting from the mentorship of leading experts at Harvard Medical School.
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September 11, 2025
How Play Therapy Helps Children Heal and Grow
Children often struggle to express their feelings through words. Emotions like fear, sadness, and anger can remain hidden. Play therapy provides children with a safe means to explore these emotions. Through toys, art, and imagination, children can communicate their inner world. Play becomes a bridge between their feelings and healing. Therapists trained in play therapy […]
September 2, 2025
Bringing Play into Practice: How Child Psychologists Can Use Play Therapy Effectively
Why Play Belongs in the Therapy Room When working with children, words are not always their strongest tool. While adults might talk through emotions, kids often show their feelings through action, imagination, and play. This is why play therapy has become such a powerful approach in clinical child psychology. It gives children a safe, non-threatening […]
August 7, 2025
How to Heal and Stay Strong When Life Gets Hard
Life doesn’t always go the way we plan. At some point, we all face challenges that test our limits—loss, failure, heartbreak, or unexpected change. These moments can feel overwhelming, even paralyzing. But healing is possible, and strength can be rebuilt. Let’s explore how to heal and stay strong when life gets hard—without losing yourself in […]
July 31, 2025
Exploring the Journey of a Clinical Child Psychologist Who Became an Author
The world of clinical psychology offers a fascinating perspective into the workings of the human mind. When the subject of psychology focuses on children, it becomes even more intriguing, as children’s thoughts, behaviors, and emotional responses are constantly evolving. A clinical child psychologist spends years working with children, understanding their mental health and emotional needs. […]