The Nurtured Heart Approach

Online Teletherapy & In-Person in Midtown Manhattan and Bronxville

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What is the Nurtured Heart Approach?

The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is a therapeutic method developed by Howard Glasser to help children and adults with challenging behaviors. It is behavior inspiration, instead of behavior management. The approach focuses on creating connected relationships, emphasizing positive behavior, and transforming difficult experiences.

A therapist coaching a parent to address their child's disruptive behavior with the nurtured heart approach

Who is the Nurtured Heart Approach For?

The approach is designed for teaches, parents and caregivers to address disruptive behaviors in children. The approach particularly works well with children and parents who struggle with the effects of ADHD and inattentiveness.

How can the Nurtured Heart Approach Help?

Stop the power struggles. By implementing the Nurtured Heart Approach, individuals are empowered to develop positive relationships, self-regulate, and build Inner Wealth. The approach has been used successfully in a variety of settings including schools, homes, healthcare, and therapeutic environments.

A mother and child hugging after their family therapy session with the nurtured heart approach

Reset the relationship with your child.

The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is more than just a parenting or educator behavior management strategy. It is a philosophy for creating healthy relationships with your child. Learn how to stop accidentally reinforcing negative behaviors to transform the relationship that you have with your child.

Our Qualifications & Training

We are a practice of licensed, registered and board certified Art Therapists hold training through the Nurtured Heart Institute. As of March 2024 all of our clinical staff will be Nurtured Heart Certified Practitioners. Our Founder and Clinical Director, Emily Davenport, is training to be a Certified Nurtured Heart Trainer through the NHA institute.