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Supporting Academic Success: How a Tampa Psychologist Assists Gifted Kids

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Gifted children often display remarkable abilities, creativity, and curiosity, yet their academic and emotional needs can be more complex than many people realize. At Rice Psychology Group, our Tampa psychologists work with gifted students and their families to support not only advanced learning but also emotional balance, confidence, and healthy development. With the proper guidance, gifted children can thrive both academically and personally. Understanding the Unique Needs of Gifted Kids With Tampa Psychologists Gifted children frequently think rapidly, feel deeply, and absorb information quickly. However, these strengths can come with challenges such as perfectionism, overwhelm, or difficulty connecting socially with peers. Tampa...

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When Your Child Might Benefit from a Tampa Psychologist

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Children experience stress, confusion, and emotional overwhelm just like adults—but they often don’t have the words or skills to express what they’re feeling. At Rice Psychology Group, our Tampa psychologists work closely with children and families to identify emotional or behavioral changes that may signal deeper struggles. Early support can help children build resilience, strengthen communication skills, and develop healthy coping strategies that will serve them for life. Recognizing Emotional Changes With Help From Tampa Psychologists Emotional shifts are standard as children grow, but significant or persistent changes can signal the need for extra support. Tampa psychologists encourage parents to pay attention...

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How Tampa Psychologists Approach Depression and Mood Disorders

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Depression and other mood disorders can affect every aspect of daily life, from energy levels and motivation to relationships and decision-making. At Rice Psychology Group, our Tampa psychologists understand that these conditions are complex and require compassionate, individualized care. By combining evidence-based therapies with a whole-person approach, our clinicians help clients better understand their symptoms and develop strategies for meaningful, lasting improvement. Comprehensive Evaluation as the Foundation of Treatment Every person experiences depression differently. Tampa psychologists begin with a detailed assessment to understand the patterns, triggers, and contributing factors behind a client’s mood symptoms. This includes exploring emotional history, physical health, lifestyle...

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Mindfulness and Mental Health: Advice from Tampa Psychologists

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Mindfulness has become a widely discussed tool for emotional well-being, but its true value goes far beyond a trend. At Rice Psychology Group, our Tampa psychologists often incorporate mindfulness into treatment to strengthen self-awareness, reduce reactivity, and create space for healthier choices. Practicing mindfulness doesn’t mean forcing calm or clearing your mind completely. Instead, it is about noticing your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations with curiosity rather than judgment. This gentle shift can have a powerful impact on mental health. Understanding Mindfulness With Guidance From Tampa Psychologists Mindfulness teaches you how to pause, observe, and reconnect with the present moment. Tampa psychologists...

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Top 5 Coping Strategies Recommended by Tampa Psychologists

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Stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm show up in everyone’s life, but knowing how to manage them can make all the difference. At Rice Psychology Group, our team of Tampa psychologists helps clients build practical coping strategies they can use in everyday moments—not just during crises. Below are five evidence-based approaches our clinicians frequently recommend, along with why they matter. 1. Practice Mindful Awareness Mindfulness encourages you to stay anchored in the present rather than getting swept up in worries about the past or future. Tampa psychologists often teach mindfulness because it strengthens emotional regulation and increases clarity during stressful situations. Even just...

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Navigating End-of-Year Stress: Protecting Your Mental Health at Work During the Holidays

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As the year winds down, many of us find ourselves juggling an uncomfortable mix of deadlines, holiday expectations, family dynamics, and the pressure to “finish strong.” While the season is often described as joyful, it can also be one of the most mentally draining times of the year, especially in the workplace. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or just “over it,” you’re far from alone. Rice Psychology Group understands that end-of-year burnout is real, and recognizing it early is one of the best ways to protect your mental well-being. Why This Time of Year Feels So Heavy 1. The Push...

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Understanding Dyslexia: What the New Definition Means and How Targeted Testing Can Help

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If you’ve been online recently, you might have seen that the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) has released a new definition of dyslexia. This update is sparking conversation among educators, parents, and clinicians alike — and for good reason. A clearer, more up-to-date understanding of dyslexia helps us better identify, support, and empower children and adults who learn differently.   While you can find the full definition and plenty of resources by searching online or through the IDA’s website, here’s the heart of what it means: Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that affects accurate and fluent word recognition, spelling, and decoding.It’s not about...

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Catching Kids Being Good: Why Focusing on What’s Right Builds Stronger, Happier Children

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By Dr. Wendy Rice, Psy.D. Twelve-year-old Emma bursts through the front door, backpack sliding off one shoulder. “Mom! I got my grades!” she calls out, waving a crumpled printout before it lands on the kitchen counter. Her grades read: A in Language Arts, A in History, A- in Science, B+ in Spanish, and… C in Math. Emma’s proud grin falters as she glances up at her mom, waiting to see which way this moment will go. Version one: Mom scans the page. Her brow furrows. “Emma, what happened in math? You were doing fine last quarter. Were you not paying attention? Did you forget to study for tests...

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ADHD, Interrupting, and Relationships

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Consider the following story as it relates to this week’s topic: I was doing a podcast a few weeks ago with 2 co-hosts. I asked if we could put our cameras on so we could see each other while we talked. They said they'd never done their interviews with cameras on but were game to try.  Afterward, both hosts commented about how much less interrupting they did because they could see each other's faces. What they didn't know was that having their cameras on was a form of an accommodation for me. I have a tendency to interrupt on the...

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Therapy in Tampa for Children with Big Emotions: Turning Meltdowns into Moments of Growth

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Children who experience big emotions aren’t “bad” or “difficult”—they’re often sensitive, perceptive, and emotionally rich individuals. However, without the right tools, these children may feel overwhelmed by their feelings, leading to meltdowns, outbursts, or shutdowns. Therapy Tampa services are designed to help these children understand their emotions and learn how to manage them effectively. Rather than trying to suppress their feelings, therapy helps children explore the why behind their reactions and how to respond instead of react. Support Emotional Regulation Through Evidence-Based Tools Tampa therapists use a range of age-appropriate techniques to help children gain control over their emotional responses. Emotional regulation doesn’t...

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