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In the first part of this series, we explored the various types of mental health providers and their roles in supporting children, teens, and young adults. Now that we have a clearer understanding of who provides care, it’s time to focus on the treatments themselves. In this post, we’ll dive into five evidence-based mental health treatments proven to be effective...

When your child or teen has a broken bone or a persistent cough, as a parent, you know what to do. Depending on how severe their problem is, you might go to a local emergency room or an urgent care center or check in with your pediatrician or primary care provider and see what they recommend. However, when your children...

All of us suffer through mistakes, losses and failures. Often, we establish seemingly automatic thoughts to protect ourselves.  These ideas learn to predict that a distressing situation will happen, again, the next time similar circumstances exist. A point in time, that contains a misstep, often takes on a life of its own.  That point in time begins to define future...

In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life for many teenagers. While these platforms offer numerous benefits, such as staying connected with friends and accessing information, there is growing concern about the potential link between social media and anxiety in teens. As highlighted in Jonathan Haidt's book "The Anxious Generation," it is crucial to...

Navigating Your Teen's Return from College There are plenty of resources about navigating your teen’s transition to college. But what about the other transition – coming back? School breaks are a time for family togetherness, but it can also bring unexpected surprises due to your teenager’s new experiences. In this webinar, Drs. Anne Marie Albano and Sarah Olivo, discuss the...

Parenting is challenging with daily ups and downs testing our patience and understanding. It can be especially challenging when a child has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD can affect people of all ages, including young children. The symptoms of OCD in children are similar to those in adults. They include obsessions or intrusive/unwanted thoughts and compulsions or repetitive behaviors/rituals in response...