As a therapist who frequently works with preteens, teens, and their parents, I often get asked how to engage teens in meaningful conversations about their lives outside of school. Now that the school year is in full swing, many parents find themselves asking the same...
When we hear the word 'Teenager,' various preconceived notions and stereotypes may pop into our heads. It is not uncommon for teenagers to get a bad reputation, often associated with rebellion and moodiness. As a mom of a teenager, I must confess I also held some...
As school time quickly approaches, parents everywhere are excited for their child to begin their first day. Children prepare with fresh haircuts, ‘first day of school’ outfits, and school supplies, yet underneath all their preparation, they may be struggling with...
When working with parents and teens, I use something called DBT which stands for Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I usually give a brief overview of it to the parents of my client, but I find myself lacking the time to fully clarify how DBT skills are helpful to their...
