Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Living in a Digital World with Social Media & Teenagers
The growing digital world elicits mixed reactions and feelings. Social media, such as: Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr or Instagram, just to name a few, have introduced new possibilities in communication, networking, and…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Concerns Over Screen Time for Children & Teens
During the month of July, The New York Times had two noteworthy pieces by Jane E. Brody in the Personal Health section that focused on screen time and children. They…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
PCIT: Active Ignoring, Praise & Effective Discipline
A recent article in the New York Times highlighted the effectiveness of ignoring negative behaviors and praising positive behaviors. In the article, the mother noted “the results were stunning. Within…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
How Do I Get My Child to Listen?
Getting your child to listen, the first time, without losing your temper or souring your relationship can be no easy task. “Why won’t he just listen and do what I…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Childhood Elimination Disorders: Enuresis and Encopresis
Enuresis and Encopresis are Elimination Disorders acknowledged in the DSM 5. They characterize difficulties with toileting behaviors. Often when children first learn to use the bathroom, accidents are expected to…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder With Behavioral Therapy
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an extremely common childhood disorder that can continue through adolescence and adulthood.”
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
What are Behavior Intervention Plans for School & Home?
When a child is having difficulty at home or school, behavior intervention plans (BIP) can be an extremely effective type of therapy in reducing the unwanted behavior and/or increasing the…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Medication or Behavioral Therapy for Kids & Teens?
It can be a difficult decision for parents – knowing if and when to start medication for their child? While medication may be needed in a particular situation, there is…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Parent Anxiety & Child Anxiety: Chicken or Egg?
There was a great article recently published in the Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology about the relationship between maternal anxiety and child anxiety during Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)…
Child & Adolescent Therapy, Mental Health, Parenting & Family Therapy
Is Your Child Being Bullied In School?
Bullying, especially in schools in NYC, is a growing concern for parents and schools, and directly affects about 20-30% of kids in grades 6 – 12 in the U.S. Children and parents…