Youth Dynamics, a premier provider of youth mental health services, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of a new therapeutic group home at its Boulder campus.
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Structure & Predictability: The Building Blocks for Kids
Structure and predictability are the building blocks of healthy development! Learn why and how to leverage them to help kids thrive!
How Parents Can Strengthen Bonds & Cooperation With Positive Language
Positive language is a powerful tool for strengthening bonds, gaining cooperation, and even increasing motivation in kids.
Parenting Hack: The Power of Positive, Strength-Based Communication
Learn how to harness the power of positive, strength-based language to successfully guide kids while strengthening your connection with them.
Parenting Hard? Remember the Keys!
Parenting is challenging! There’s so much advice out there! When you get overwhelmed, focus on these three keys…
What’s Your Child’s Love Language?
Each of us has a different way of expressing and interpreting affection. Embrace love languages and improve all your relationships.
Words Count! Positive Language Alternatives to Redirect & Connect
When it comes to redirecting and connecting with kids—words count! Here are positive language alternatives to use with your little ones.
18 Quotes on Lessons Learned in 2021
2021’s been quite the trek! Here are eighteen quotes on lessons learned during the journey.
How to Combat Caregiver Burnout over the Holidays
Holiday magic takes work! And for some, it may lead to caregiver burnout. Learn how you can combat stress to stay at your best!
5 Tips to Help Kids With Holiday Anxiety & Stress
The holidays can be stressful for adults and kids alike! Learn how to help your child navigate seasonal stress like a pro!
Saving Lives—Change Starts with Suicide Prevention Strategies
Suicide is a tragedy of epic proportions. Learn macro-level prevention strategies with the potential to save lives!
Exploring Diversity—Native American Culture & Mental Health
July’s Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! To celebrate, we’re exploring Native American culture, mental health, and how providers can meet their unique needs.
Deconstructing Men’s Mental Health
Men’s mental health statistics are heartbreaking. Learn about the factors that play into them and why so many struggle in silence.
Youth Dynamics Awarded Innovation Grant
Youth Dynamics has been awarded the Innovation Grant by the University of Montana Center for Children, Families and Workforce Development and the Children’s Mental Health Bureau.
I’m Going to Break. A Case for Self-Care
You don’t have to reach your breaking point. Self-care is an absolute must in today’s world.
Employee Spotlight~ Chloe Meltzer, Bozeman Area Manager
We would like to recognize, Chloe Meltzer, as our employee spotlight for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth in our Bozeman & Livingston community services.
We Are Stronger Together- #YDIStrong Spotlights
We are stronger together! Check out our #YDIStrong spotlights from across the state!
YDI Values- What Does Open and Respectful Communication Really Mean?
Care Manager, Candice Maurer, discusses the importance of the YDI core value of open and respectful communication.
It’s Twinkle Time! Stress Less with a Little Spring Cleaning
Did you know there’s therapeutic value to spring cleaning? We kid you not! Learn more and check out our cleaning tips!
YDI Values- What Does Accountability and Transparency Really Mean?
Accountability and Transparency are the pillars of good communication and are at the center of our actively caring culture. They are fundamental to healthy, constructive relationships between coworkers and the families we serve.
An Inside Look at What #YDISTRONG Looks Like Across Montana
The last few weeks have been difficult, but the resiliency and tenacity of our teams working on the front lines has been truly inspirational.
What Now? Learning to Live Each Day to the Fullest
How you decide to live each day to the fullest is a deeply personal choice. However, we have a few suggestions to start you on your path.
Social Distancing, A Time for Self-Discovery
It’s easy to get tunnel vision and find all the negative in the world right now, but that’s only going to make this whole situation tougher. Instead, why not use your new-found alone time for internal growth?
10 Tips to Help You Parent Like a Pro!
Let’s be honest, parenting is no easy feat. Kid’s don’t come with instruction manuals…in fact, they are one of the few things that don’t. But have no fear, we are here to make things a little easier for you!
How to Keep Your Teen Busy While They’re Stuck at Home
Stuck inside and looking for some fun activities for your teen to do? Look no further! Here are six ideas to keep your teen entertained and busy!
Tips for Helping Kids Through the Coronavirus Outbreak
In order to support families with children staying at home, we have come up with four tips for parents.
BNSF Railway Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant to Youth Dynamics to Help Families Pay for Group Home Care
We are so grateful for the support of companies like BNSF who help us to expand our footprint on the state of Montana; making a positive impact on each child and family we serve.
She was 11, with an eating disorder. It took her mom to figure it out.
For nearly five months in late 2016 and early 2017, I had a sinking feeling that something was desperately wrong with my 10-year-old daughter, but the doctors and specialists we visited during that time didn’t have any answers.
YDI Values – What Do They Really Mean?
We are traveling the state to talk to our teams about what it means to embody Youth Dynamics values. Core Values: Empowerment Partnerships and CollaborationIndividual and Family StrengthsIndividual Responsibility and Self-DeterminationTeam Decision-Making and...
YDI Mentors- Transforming the Lives of Montana Kids
Learn more about Jo’s experience as a mentor and contact us today if you would like to get involved!