About Remember the Joy!
Remember the Joy! was founded by Lydia Byhardt Bollinger,
MSW, LCSW in West Linn in 2005. I am delighted to focus my
life work on supporting families to return to the joy they always
knew was possible in their lives.
Professional Background
I was a teacher for many years. I taught Spanish to pre-school and
elementary aged children in the United States, English to high
school students in Japan, and English to middle school students as
a Peace Corps volunteer in Sri Lanka.
I decided to work more closely with children and families, so I
completed my Master’s in Social Work (MSW) focusing on
working with children and families. I earned certificates in both
Marriage and Family Therapy and Trauma Counseling. I have
continued my education studying child development, attachment
and adoption issues, the circle of security, parenting skills, grief
and loss, and Dr. Dan Siegel's interpersonal neurobiology.
I became a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in 2003. I have
worked with children ages 3-17 in schools, outpatient settings, and
day treatment programs.
I am fluent in Spanish, and have been teaching parenting classes
and stress management seminars (Transformations: from Stress to
Wellness) for over 4 years.
As an early childhood mental health consultant I became certified
as a Parent Group Leader in The Incredible Years research-based
programs, which promote kids' social competence and reduce
behavior problems. Many of the behavioral skills I teach are based
in this model. For more information on this research, see www.
incredibleyears.com.
Guiding Philosophy:
My business is called “Remember the Joy” because my goal is to
support families to remember the joy that brought them to become
a family in the first place, despite the difficulties they may be
having now. I focus on strengths and concrete solutions for
everyday issues.
I believe strongly in supporting children to understand transition,
using their communication style of fewer words and more art,
puppets, and role play.
For fun and joyful relaxation, I offer tHairapy – Hair Braiding for
special occasions and ordinary days. I have played music for 30
years, and perform with Joyful Sounds, a Celtic music duet of
harp and flute.
About Lydia
I grew up in Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin.
I love animals, art, music and dancing, and I love to integrate
creative activities into counseling. I have traveled to over 20
countries for work and pleasure, and I enjoy studying foreign
language and culture. As an adoptive mom, I am always learning
more about attachment and culture.
MSW, LCSW in West Linn in 2005. I am delighted to focus my
life work on supporting families to return to the joy they always
knew was possible in their lives.
Professional Background
I was a teacher for many years. I taught Spanish to pre-school and
elementary aged children in the United States, English to high
school students in Japan, and English to middle school students as
a Peace Corps volunteer in Sri Lanka.
I decided to work more closely with children and families, so I
completed my Master’s in Social Work (MSW) focusing on
working with children and families. I earned certificates in both
Marriage and Family Therapy and Trauma Counseling. I have
continued my education studying child development, attachment
and adoption issues, the circle of security, parenting skills, grief
and loss, and Dr. Dan Siegel's interpersonal neurobiology.
I became a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in 2003. I have
worked with children ages 3-17 in schools, outpatient settings, and
day treatment programs.
I am fluent in Spanish, and have been teaching parenting classes
and stress management seminars (Transformations: from Stress to
Wellness) for over 4 years.
As an early childhood mental health consultant I became certified
as a Parent Group Leader in The Incredible Years research-based
programs, which promote kids' social competence and reduce
behavior problems. Many of the behavioral skills I teach are based
in this model. For more information on this research, see www.
incredibleyears.com.
Guiding Philosophy:
My business is called “Remember the Joy” because my goal is to
support families to remember the joy that brought them to become
a family in the first place, despite the difficulties they may be
having now. I focus on strengths and concrete solutions for
everyday issues.
I believe strongly in supporting children to understand transition,
using their communication style of fewer words and more art,
puppets, and role play.
For fun and joyful relaxation, I offer tHairapy – Hair Braiding for
special occasions and ordinary days. I have played music for 30
years, and perform with Joyful Sounds, a Celtic music duet of
harp and flute.
About Lydia
I grew up in Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin.
I love animals, art, music and dancing, and I love to integrate
creative activities into counseling. I have traveled to over 20
countries for work and pleasure, and I enjoy studying foreign
language and culture. As an adoptive mom, I am always learning
more about attachment and culture.
Art allows children to
express their thoughts.
express their thoughts.
Puppets help connect with
kids and teach social skills.
kids and teach social skills.
A young and happy Lydia on her
favorite mode of transportation
favorite mode of transportation
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