Dr. Bradley Piotrowski, a board- certified periodontist who practices in Naples, notes, “Baby teeth hold the place for permanent teeth that are still forming in the gums, so it is important not to lose those teeth prematurely. Self-esteem and the comfort of the child are also important considerations.”
Mental Health
The National Alliance on Mental Ill- ness advises that one-half of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 14, which is why Lea Leonard and Kim- berly Rodgers, licensed clinical social workers in Collier County, believe that parents should consider psychotherapy for children through the important lens of prevention.
Rodgers indicates that unresolved childhood issues trouble many of the adults that use her services. Address- ing issues at an early age, or as close to onset as possible, can prevent more severe behaviors like substance abuse, emotional disturbances such as suicidal ideation, clinically diagnosed mental disorders, or even criminal behav- ior. “With early prevention, children have the opportunity to live a happy, successful life,” says Rodgers. Leonard advises that changes in a child’s behavior—nightmares; clingi- ness; apprehension of things or situa- tions the youngster had not previously feared; and regressive behaviors such as bedwetting, thumb sucking or diffi- culty with bedtime—are indicators that psychotherapy might be helpful. Children can naturally express their feelings through play therapy, find validation with an objective therapist and learn healthier ways to cope with their emotions. This is especially ef- fective for children that are experienc- ing difficulty with a transition (such as divorce, death, birth of a sibling or relocation) or are exhibiting other emotional or behavioral concerns. A child that is a victim of bullying, or is the bully, can also benefit from therapy. More than two centuries ago, Ben- jamin Franklin wisely noted, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Natural health practitioners agree that his advice is still good today—simple and safe preventive measures work best for keeping children healthy.
LOCAL RESOURCES FOR HOLISTIC PEDIATRIC CARE
ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture Center of Naples, Edgemont Office Park, 5683 Naples Boulevard, Naples; 239-513-9232.
AcupunctureCenterOfNaples.com.
Axis Natural Medicine,
7680 Cambridge Manor Place, Suite 100, Fort Myers; 239-288-0900.
AxisNaturalMedicine.com.
Goldman Chiropractic & Acupunc- ture, 1001 Crosspointe Drive, Suite 1, Naples; 239-254-0003.
GoldmanChiro.com.
Gulf Coast Acupuncture & Herbs, 971 Michigan Avenue, Naples; 239- 841-6611. 6300 Corporate Court, Suite 104, Fort Myers; 239-936-4199.
GulfCoastAcupuncture.com.
Healing Arts Center, 971 Michigan Avenue, Naples; 239-262-6828.
HealingArtsCenterOnline.com.
Liu’s Acupuncture Center, 803 Myrtle Terrace, Naples; 239-403- 9077. 8971 Daniels Center Drive, Suite 304, Fort Myers; 239-939-1222.
LiusAcupuncture.com.
Lotus Blossom Clinic,
6710 Winkler Road, Suite 2, Fort My- ers; 239-277-1399.
AcupunctureInFortMyers.com.
Nicholas A. Shirghio Acupuncture Clinic, Airport Professional Center, 3811 Airport Road North, Suite 206, Naples; 239-777-7063.
NaplesAcupunctureClinic.com.
TAE Healthy Aging,
3811 Airport Road North, Suite 203, Naples; 239-430-6800.
TAEHealthyAging.com.
CHIROPRACTIC
Advanced Chiropractic Health & Awareness Center, LLC, 860 111th Avenue North, Suite 7, Naples; 239- 260-5644.
DrMattBergtold.com.
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Kimberly Rodgers, LCSW, RPT-S, Monarch Therapy, LLC, Quail Plaza, 4500 Executive Drive, Suite 105, Naples; 239-325-9210.
MonarchTherapy.com.
Goldman Chiropractic & Acupunc- ture, 1001 Crosspointe Drive, Suite 1, Naples; 239-254-0003.
GoldmanChiro.com.
Gulfshore Chiropractic Clinics, Castello Professional Park, 1044 Castello Drive, Suite 213, Naples. Bonita Community Health Center, 3501 Health Center Boulevard, Suite 2430, Bonita Springs. 239-948-5727.
Pelletiere Family Healing Center, Sunshine Plaza, 9138 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs; 239-949-1222.
DENTISTRY
William E. Lovett, DDS, 860 111th Avenue North, Suite 5, Naples; 239-593-4911.
RestorativeDentist.com.
Roger J. Pint, Jr., DMD, Bonita Dental Studio, 9200 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 111, Bonita Springs; 239-676-8730.
BonitaDentalStudio.com.
Bradley Piotrowski, DDS, MSD, 1044 Castello Drive, Suite 202, Naples; 239-263-6003.
NapleDentistPractice.com.
Dr. Mark L. Stites, DDS, Naples Den- tal Wellness, 444 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 6, Naples; 239-263-2636.
MENTAL HEALTH – PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL WORK
Lea Leonard, LCSW, CTS, BCN, Wings of Change, 791 Harbour Drive, Naples; 239-287-0810.
WingsOfChange.com.
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