Leila Forbes, Ph.D.
Are you part of the 34% of Americans experiencing burnout? Learn more about the causes and tips on how to combat burnout in our latest blog.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
All parents worry about their children and sometimes wonder if the behaviors or emotions their children/teens are exhibiting are “normal.” Here are some tips to help parents decide when to seek professional help, and also what type of assistance might be best.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
The internet has become the place we go to for answers when we are in doubt. The act of searching feels productive in the moment, but really only ends in more confusion and frustration.
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Kristin Daley, PhD, DBSM
As the number of coronavirus cases grows, many people will be digging deep for emotional skills in the next several months. When we are in a place of crisis, there are specific tools or skills that can be utilized to manage a response to crises. In the world of DBT, we call these distress tolerance skills.
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Kristin Daley, PhD, DBSM
The biggest sleep challenges observed in school-age children are problems with inconsistent sleep timing, behavioral interference of sleep continuity, and parasomnias.
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Kristin Daley, PhD, DBSM
At age 16, most adolescents still need more than 8 hours of sleep, and many are finding that it is hard to establish a healthy sleep pattern. This blog discusses simple ways to keep sleep on track throughout adolescence.
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Kristin Daley, PhD, DBSM
This blog zeros in on the massive developmental period that occurs between the ages of one and three. Stranger anxiety, sleep timing, and napping are all elements addressed in this blog.
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Kristin Daley, PhD, DBSM
What can you do to ensure baby actually sleeps? There are a few key behaviors that can establish the pathway to great sleep- the earlier you start them, the more reliable sleep will be.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
Returning to school at the end of summer can be a challenge even under normal circumstances - and this year has been anything but normal.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
Whether you’re a parent of toddlers, teenagers, or any age in between, it’s likely this is a difficult time. Check out some helpful tips for approaching this unique parenting challenge with as much grace and effectiveness as possible.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
While we don’t know the solution to the pandemic, sleep is critical to our immune function, and there are definitely some solutions to optimize sleep.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
Correct any false beliefs you may have about body-focused repetitive behaviors, such as hair pulling and skin picking.
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Leila Forbes, Ph.D.
Intuitive Eating is not a diet. On the contrary, it is an approach to eating meant to dismantle dieting behavior and make peace with food.
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Leila Forbes, Ph.D.
Thinking about suicide, or suicidal ideation, is a common experience for those suffering from depression. So common that it is likely someone you know and care about has considered ending their life. Here are some signs to look for and ways to start what could be a life-saving conversation.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by significant levels of inattention, hyperactivity/impulsivity, or both. Symptoms of ADHD typically appear early in life and may persist into adulthood, although the primary concerns and difficulties may change over time.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
There are many challenges to parenting children with ADHD. One of the basic factors that can contribute to regulating well during the day is the ability to sleep well at night.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
For some students, the middle school years can be a difficult time. Learn more about the social, academic, and personal transitions these students experience and how parents can prepare and support their children.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
Avoidance is a frequently used strategy by individuals with social anxiety. However, the long-term consequences of the avoidance are not always recognized.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
Intrusive thoughts are defined as any distinct cognitive event that is unwanted, unintended, and recurrent. If we see them as unacceptable or threatening, then that is what they become.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
Parent behavior management training is an evidence-based treatment that teaches parents effective ways to manage difficult child behaviors such as defiance, impulsivity, outbursts, and noncompliance.
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