Kristin Daley, Ph.D., FSBSM
Respect is a word that comes up a lot in therapy, particularly in the context of family therapy. The challenge with managing expectations around respect is that people are often confusing respect with obedience.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., FSBSM
A Dry January can be good for you health and your relationship with alcohol. Here are some ways to work through those challenges.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
Are you trying to control things you can’t control? Shift to creating measurable goals to help you in anxiety-provoking situations.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., FSBSM
Some family situations may not be changeable. Time to turn it into a game!
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
There is a huge temptation to fantasize about perfect family holidays. Here are some ways to escape that trap.
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Stephanie Hosford, Psy.D.
For someone struggling with or in recovery from an eating disorder, the holidays are likely a time of year that has been anticipated with dread for several months. Here are five tips to help you feel more prepared and capable to support your loved one during the holidays.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
A recently published study identified the components of therapeutic intervention that are most effective in reducing ADHD symptoms among adolescents.
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Kelsi Libfraind, LCSW
Need some guidance on your role in your child’s OCD journey? Here are some tips and tricks to help your child to feel stronger than their fears!
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Leila Forbes, Ph.D.
Chronic pain is a major public health issue affecting millions of Americans each year. But what makes pain chronic? And what can be done to alleviate the pain?
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
Unhooking from the body image struggle takes work, but is worth the effort.
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Andrea Umbach, Psy.D., ABPP
Knocking on wood has a long history, but have you ever really thought about why you are doing it?
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Leila Forbes, Ph.D.
Striving to bolster self-esteem by competing and trying to measure up to unrealistic standards is exhausting and, ultimately, futile. Fortunately, self-compassion can be learned, and offers the space to experience personal growth and increased well-being.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
New Year’s behavior changes can be more effective if they are simplified and utilize key traits from behaviorism.
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Kelsi Libfraind, LCSW
Is your child suffering silently from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? If so, it is highly likely it is impacting their school day. Read on for tips on how to support your child and what schools can do to recognize these symptoms early.
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Kristin Daley, Ph.D., DBSM
Dialectical Behavior Therapy was specifically developed to help people who struggle to manage intense emotions, and participating in DBT therapy can be a masterclass in emotional intelligence. Here are four basic beliefs from DBT that are essential to healthy relationships.
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Chrissy Raines, Ph.D.
As summer break kicks off, check out these tips for ways to successfully take advantage of increased free time and flexibility this season.
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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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