DBT

Written By: Habeebah Abdus-Salaam, LSW, CSSW Children are incredibly resilient, yet they are also navigating a world full of complex emotions that can feel overwhelming. From the highs of joy and excitement to the lows of anger, sadness, and frustration, kids experience a full range of feelings. However, because their brains and emotional toolkits are […]

Written by: Habeebah Abdus-Salaam, LSW, CSSW As a parent or caregiver, one of your most important responsibilities is ensuring your child’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being. You are their protector, comforter, and guide from the very moment they are born. You celebrate their victories, comfort them through their tears, and help them overcome the obstacles

Written By: Rob Peterman, LAC As a parent, it can be difficult and challenging trying to figure out how to help your child who struggles with big emotions. From tantrums, intense frustration, and overwhelming sadness, helping your child navigate their feelings requires understanding, patience, and the right tools. One effective approach to help navigate through

By Rob Peterman, LAC Children today are faced with increased levels of stress and distraction than ever before. Whether it be school, extracurricular activities, or social media, children can have a very challenging time trying to stay focused, calm, and present. Fortunately, mindfulness used in therapy for children can help children navigate these challenges by

Written by Rob Peterman, LAC As a parent, you want what’s best for your child and for them to feel happy, healthy, and like their true selves. We know that it can be hard to see your child struggle emotionally, and it can be just as challenging for parents to not understand why. Your child’s

By Rob Peterman, LAC Therapy can be intimidating at first, but it’s important to us that we help our clients feel safe, validated, heard, and that we are our genuine and authentic selves each session. It can also feel a bit overwhelming, especially for parents who may not know what to expect. To help ease

Written By: Habeebah Abdus-Salaam, LSW, CSSW Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health challenges faced by children today. With increasing awareness of the psychological toll of anxiety, many parents and caregivers seek effective therapeutic approaches for their children. One such evidence-based intervention is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Although originally designed for adults struggling