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Both parenting a child and being a child are tall orders in today’s climate, and we would like to offer this page as a resource for support and information to help you and your family. We will be sharing tips and strategies to navigate the numerous challenges that come with raising caring and courageous youth.  Our goal is to add new material that ranges from original content, to great reads and videos from other experts, as well as articles in the mainstream media that offer additional insight.

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How to Find a Good Therapist: Questions to Ask

How to Find a Good Therapist: Questions to Ask

With so many different types of therapies and providers to choose from, finding the right fit can feel daunting. Discover the power of finding the right therapist for you and your child’s journey. Learn essential questions to ask when searching for a therapist for your child, and make informed decisions to enhance your healing process.

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Teletherapy vs In-Person Therapy: Finding Mental Health Treatment that Works for You

Teletherapy vs In-Person Therapy: Finding Mental Health Treatment that Works for You

There are benefits to both virtual and in-person therapy, and studies indicate that both can be effective methods for the delivery of CBT and DBT for youth and adults. There are a number of nuanced factors that one might consider when deciding between teletherapy or in-person treatment.

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Staying the Course: Steering Clear of Holiday Anxiety

Staying the Course: Steering Clear of Holiday Anxiety

When it comes to managing your child’s anxiety around the holidays, it’s important to remember that communication is key. Maintain an open dialogue with your child about how they are feeling and check in with them regularly. Use these strategies to help prepare them for the change in routine and prime them for the back to school transition.

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Show Your Understanding: Validation and Communication

Show Your Understanding: Validation and Communication

Practicing validation can help you learn to de-escalate intense emotions and decrease conflicts. This can improve and strengthen relationships with friends, family, and other important people in your life. Through validation, you can show yourself and others empathy and support by acknowledging and expressing your understanding of challenges.

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Finding Your Wise Mind: Mindfulness and the Three States of Mind

Finding Your Wise Mind: Mindfulness and the Three States of Mind

In DBT, there is the concept of three states of mind: Emotion Mind, Reasonable Mind and Wise Mind. As each of these states impacts our thoughts and behaviors, so it is important to practice mindfulness to help yourself find your Wise Mind, which in turn helps you to achieve a more well-balanced, happier life.

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