The same practical, skills-based approach works with a number of problems children may face, including anxiety, depression, social fears, eating disorders, concerns about sexual and gender identity, OCD, self-harm behaviors and ADHD.
We work with children from age 2 through high-school age in our Bethesda office. In our DC office we see children age 16 and above.
News & Updates
New Data Shows Teen Girls’ Mental Health Suffered Most During the Pandemic
The foundation of adolescent development is social connectedness. It is crucial for teens to have social support both at home and in the community. Research shows that close, intimate conversations with friends are particularly important for girls, helping them explore identities, define their sense of self, and cope with mental health struggles.
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How Psychological Testing and Assessment Can Help Your Child In School
Psychological testing and assessment can play a pivotal role in understanding a child’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Testing can explore issues related to intelligence, learning and memory, language usage, academic achievement, problem solving, processing speed, reasoning, attention, mood, and personality.
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Explaining CBT to Children
Getting children to agree to therapy can be challenging. They may not see the benefits, feel it won’t work, be embarrassed, have had a bad experience before, think they don’t need help, or feel forced. To help, try to explain CBT in a relatable way.
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