Blogs, Insights & Updates
Blogs, Insights & Updates
Beyond Awareness: How We Can Support and Empower Trans Youth Every Day
Beyond Awareness: How We Can Support and Empower Trans [...]
Scrolling for Symptoms: The Rise of DIY Mental Health Diagnosis
Has scrolling through your TikTok for you page changed [...]
Healthy Relationships: What to Seek and What to Avoid
Relationships with others are a driving force in so [...]
Let’s Talk About Shame: What It Is and How We Can Build Resilience
Let’s be honest, who really wants to talk about [...]
Navigating Stress When College is Supposed to be the Time of Your Life
You may have been told that college is supposed [...]
Subtle Presentations of ADHD: Females who Fly Under the Radar
As humans, we naturally spend a lot of time [...]
Necessary Losses: Dealing with Endings & Transition
Did someone say that there would be an end. [...]
Decolonizing Therapy: Healing the Wounds of Colonization
By Brett Rauch, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
What is my tipping point?
By: Sheena Shajan, College Intern “I don't feel like [...]
What We Can Learn From Our Children
By: Clara M, Intern Today I learned that no [...]
Self-Care Season: Why College Students Should Prioritize Therapy Beyond Campus
By Sydney Fuller, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
Beating Procrastination: Understanding its Roots and Conquering it
By Liat Mayer Weisleder and Dr. Divya Babbar Procrastination [...]
Emotional Abuse: How to identify the signs.
By Dr. Divya Babbar “Are you sure you want [...]
Diagnosis or Adjective?
By Emma Sacks, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Finding the Right Therapist
By Pavani Khera, PsyD Embarking on the journey of therapy [...]
Mental Health & Wellbeing for International Students
Navigating Challenges and Effective Coping Strategies By Pavani Khera, [...]
Self-Care Gifts for the Holiday!
Self-care and sensory gifts for adults and children can [...]
Mental Health Strategies for Beating Burnout
By Julie Kirtz, LICSW Our relationship with work can [...]
In Our Feelings: How to Use Stress to Your Advantage
By Paulina Munoz, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
Creating a Safe Space for your Queer Neurodivergent Child
By: Stephen Dillon-Streisel, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
Silence Speaks: Needing Space After an Argument vs The Silent Treatment
By Dr. Divya Babbar Ever had a disagreement that [...]
Is Group Therapy Right for You?
Have you ever wondered if group therapy is the [...]
Feel Like a Fraud On Campus ? Here’s Why You’re Right Where You Belong
By Emma Sacks, college intern, and Dr. Divya Babbar [...]
Empowering Your Neurodivergent Child
By Sarah Thompson, LCPC and Catherine Pettit, LMSW Your [...]
The Fine Line Between Shyness and Anxiety in Children: Understanding the Differences
As parents and caregivers, it is natural to observe [...]
Short term therapy – or none at all?
For many people, starting therapy can seem daunting — [...]
How perfectionism can stifle, rather than help you.
Have you ever told yourself that anything less than [...]
Toxic Positivity
Toxic Positivity: The dark side of positivity From a [...]
Individual therapy or couples therapy — which one is right for you?
If you are in a relationship, you and your [...]
Understanding Masking and Autistic Burnout
What is masking and what does it look like? Some people [...]
How-To: Talk to Your Child About Gender and Sexual Orientation
This blog is part of an ongoing series on [...]
How to: Talk to your child about their mental health
This blog is part of an ongoing series on [...]
When the news is weighing heavy on you
Switch on the television or turn over the newspaper’s [...]
Anxiety around lifting mask mandates
It seems like nearly everywhere, masks are off. The [...]
Coping with Prolonged Uncertainty
In March 2020, many people thought that the pandemic [...]
New Year’s Resolutions during the pandemic may not, and don’t have to, look the same as normal
How many of us have ever made it our [...]
The importance of therapy animals — and pets in general — to healing and connection
Scroll down to the very bottom of Georgetown Psychology’s [...]
Teens and Sleep
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine estimates that 70% [...]
Is SPACE therapy for childhood anxiety right for my family?
Watching your child or adolescent struggle with an anxiety [...]
Why gratitude?
By: Samantha Congdon and Dale Sorcher As the holidays near, many of [...]
Help For Handling The Holidays
The holiday season is gearing up, and you might [...]
Collective Trauma
Trauma is an often talked about topic in relation [...]
Dissociation: A Primer
By Jordan Masters, LGSW & Patricia Dean, LCSW You [...]
Let’s Talk About Death
Back in the Victorian era, death was spoken about [...]
DBT — what the heck is it?
Here’s a question for you: do you know what [...]
The Distress of Cumulative Grief
Last spring, one large and pervasive loss settled over [...]
Can a Psychoeducational Assessment Unlock a Better Life For Your Child?
Everyone struggles with life’s challenges… but have you noticed [...]
“Burnout” is This Year’s Buzzword — Are You Experiencing It?
Burnout is one of the biggest buzzwords of 2021 [...]
Finding the Right Therapist Takes Time
Back in 2016, I decided I would see what [...]
Online Therapy is Here to Stay!
Prior to the pandemic, virtually visiting a healthcare professional [...]
Why Going Back to the Office Isn’t Exciting for Everyone
It’s finally happening! COVID-19 restrictions are loosening as vaccines [...]
The Therapy Technique You Need To Know About
Setting down the phone after an interview with Georgetown [...]
School Avoidance and What It Means For Your Kid
At the beginning of the pandemic, most kids were [...]
When You Really Want to Scratch an Itch
I once had a meditation teacher who spent a [...]
Schools Reopening After COVID
What is “Normal” Anyhow? We’re halfway through the spring [...]
It’s Just Nerves…
Full warning — this post is about to get a [...]
Mirror Neurons: Super Power or Kryptonite?
Last week’s post was about family cohesion and two [...]
Paint the Walls: Building Family Cohesion
There’s a chance that your household has grown in numbers [...]
Secondary Emotions: A Key to Compassionate Conversations
There are 48 recognized emotions in the English language [...]
Resolutions by the Wayside? Here’s a Trick.
By Dr. Maria Zimmitti Every year, as the world [...]
The Therapeutic Power of Taking a Walk
Walk-and-talk therapy isn’t new to the scene. It’s a [...]
How to spot S.A.D in your kid
It’s More Than Winter Blues — How to Spot [...]
What to do When Holiday Cheer Is Hiding
It’s the holidays, for goodness sake! Aren’t you supposed to [...]
The Benefits of Learning about Learning Differences
This year has taught us that “school” is much more [...]
Why Thanksgiving Break is a Great Time for Mental Health
For the 12 million undergraduate students enrolled across America, [...]
4 Reasons to Consider Online Therapy
4 Reasons to Consider Online Therapy In a world [...]
Freshman Funk: Online Therapy Resources for College Students
How online therapy can benefit college students during COVID-19 While [...]
Work-Life Balance in a Remote Pandemic Environment
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new normal Many people [...]
Online Mental Health Therapy in a COVID-19 World
The benefits of online therapy during a pandemic There is [...]
Fighting Back Against the COVID Slide
Helping your child thrive academically during COVID-19 While there are [...]
Yoga 101
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT Yoga continues to increase in popularity [...]
Knowing When Therapy Is Beneficial and What To Do Next (Part 1 of 2)
By: Anna Passyn, LPC Often it is hard to know [...]
Going Back to College in the Fall? Here are a Few Tips to Transition Back
By: Ella Cohn, Summer Intern, High Point University Transitioning back [...]
Reading Lists for Summer 2020
By: Liz Merrill, LCSW-C, LICSW With COVID-19 raining on everyone’s [...]
Happiness Happens Day
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT “Being happy never goes out [...]
Actually the New Normal
By Anna Passyn, LPC The New Normal, a phrase I’ve [...]
Living A Meaningful Life in a Pandemic: Explore and Find Your Own “Right Answers”
By Maria Zimmitti, Ph.D. The ongoing pandemic has us all [...]
A Glimpse Into Understanding Intergenerational Trauma
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT According to the National Council, 70% [...]
Summer of COVID: Boredom Busters for Kids, Adults and Families (Part 3)
By: Liz Merrill, LCSW Outdoor Activities: COVID-19 may have made [...]
Using the Five Senses to Ground Your Kids & Yourself
By: Jordan Masters, MSW, LGSW Kids, teens, and honestly, adults [...]
Summer of COVID: Boredom Busters for Kids, Adults and Families (Part 2)
By: Liz Merrill, LCSW Online Camps for Kids: Many parents [...]
Summertime Sadness
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT Summertime is often thought of as [...]
Summer of COVID: Boredom Busters for Kids, Adults and Families (Part 1)
By: Liz Merrill, LCSW With camps canceled, vacations rescheduled, and [...]
Tips For Teens to Stay Connected During COVID-19
by Ella Cohn, Summer Intern, High Point University, (reviewed by [...]
Turbulent Times and Post-Traumatic Growth
By: Patti Dean, LCSW Coronavirus. The Black Lives Matter movement. [...]
An Optimist’s Guide to Covid-19 for College Students
By Magnus Dalier, Summer Intern, Tulane University (Reviewed by Dr. [...]
Juneteenth
By: Dr. Caroline Spearman
They’re Not Too Young to Talk about Race!
Below is a non-exhaustive list of resources compiled around how [...]
How to Manage Relationship Stress in The “New Normal”
By Maria Zimmitti, Ph.D. Back in April, I read an [...]
How College Students Can be Allies
By: Ella Cohn, Summer Intern, High Point University (reviewed by [...]
Helping Children Understand the Importance of The Mask
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT As businesses start to reopen and [...]
Graduating with COVID19
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT Today is the day when one [...]
Social Distancing Tips for Kids
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT By now we are all familiar [...]
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT We know mental health continues to [...]
Mindfulness 101
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT We hear the term mindfulness get [...]
Movement For Your Mental Health
By Sam Congdon, LMFT Sitting for long periods can be [...]
Grieving and Coping with The Pain of a Season Cut Short
By: Caroline Spearman, Psy.D. It is difficult to truly understand [...]
The Hero’s Story, Part 2: The Evolution of Fear
By: Anna Passyn, LPC The arc of the hero’s story [...]
Group Therapy: The Connection We Are Missing during COVID and Beyond
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT During this pandemic, we are missing [...]
Riding the Wave: The Ebb and Flow of Grief
By Anna Passyn, LPC My dear friend and mentor was [...]
The Power of Writing Your Story: Narrative Therapy With Children
By Samantha Congdon, LMFT Once upon a time, there was [...]
Nonverbal Healing with Art Therapy
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT Have you ever been stuck in [...]
Help for Domestic Violence During COVID-19
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT The COVID-19 pandemic has required us [...]
Living in Close Quarters: The Two-Minute Reset
By: Caroline Spearman, Psy.D. Flatten the curve. Stay inside. Don’t [...]
Boundary Setting During a Pandemic
By: Rachel Painter, LPC Boundaries are an essential part of [...]
Slaying the Dragon: The Courage of the Hero
By Anna Passyn, LPC We watched Frozen 2 the other [...]
Spreading the Message: Keep School, Cancel Grades
By: Caroline Spearman PsyD., BCN The COVID-19 crisis is certainly [...]
Look Mom! No Hands! Adjusting to New Times
By Anna Passyn, LPC Do you remember that moment? When you were [...]
Does Online Therapy Work?
By: Jennifer Peter When searching for the right form of [...]
The Good Kind of Screen Time: Online Therapy
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT Technology has changed the way our [...]
Tips For Supporting Your Child in Therapy
By: Patricia Dean, LCSW Having a child with mental health [...]
Potential Benefits Of Online Therapy
By: Jennifer Peter According to Psychology Today, online therapy offers [...]
Activities and Educational Resources for Home During COVID-19 GalleryActivities and Educational Resources for Home During COVID-19
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Activities and Educational Resources for Home During COVID-19
By Madison DeLeon, B.S., BCN, QEEG-T Being home for an [...]
Getting Ready For Your Online Therapy Session
By Anna Passyn, LPC You did it! You called and [...]
Quarantine Won’t Stop Us From Connecting: Online Therapy
By: Samantha Congdon, LMFT With the outbreak of COVID-19, we [...]
I’M SO BORED
By Anna Passyn, LPC We were running around. Running [...]
Children Ask…Parents Panic
By: Dale Madden Sorcher, LICSW, LCSW-C It’s inevitable, children ask [...]
Eating Disorders: How to Maintain Recovery in Quarantine
By: Caroline Spearman PsyD., BCN & Madison DeLeon B.S., BCN, [...]
Things To Consider When Choosing An Online Therapy Platform
By: Jennifer Peter Online therapy (also known as Teletherapy) seems [...]
Coping with Coronavirus Anxiety
By Caroline Spearman Psy.D. Coronaviruses are a large family of [...]
Need to Increase Attention? Decrease Your Alpha Brain Waves!
By Madison DeLeon BS, BCN, QEEG-T Everyone has moments throughout [...]
Anxiety Is Trying to Help (Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It)
Think about how you wash your hands, or look both [...]
Overthinking and Anxiety: Part 2
By: Magnus Dalier As discussed in Part 1 of this [...]
Overthinking and Anxiety: Part 1
By: Magnus Dalier Meta-cognition is a major contributor to self-knowledge [...]
Mental Health Awareness & The Intentions We Can Set in 2020
By Rachel Painter, LPC The month of January and the [...]
A New Approach for 2020
By: Patti Dean, LCSW “Intention is one of the most [...]
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
By Rachel Painter LPC When we picture the holiday season, [...]
How to Slow Down During the Holidays
By Rachel Painter, LPC The holiday season can mean something [...]
Veterans and PTSD
Of veterans returning from war in Iraq and Afghanistan, 20% [...]
The Food-Mood Connection
By: Caroline Spearman Psy.D. Over the past decade, a growing [...]
How To Help Your Peers In College: A Look At Suicide Prevention
By Magnus Dalier College provides an opportunity for learning, independence, [...]
The Benefits of Online Therapy for College Students
By Patricia Dean, LCSW There is an increase in reports [...]
Can Mindfulness & Meditation Be The Key To Helping Your Child?
What is mindfulness? Most parents can agree that one of [...]
Neurofeedback Blog Series Part IV: Neurofeedback and Sleep Disorders
By: Dr. Aimee Caramico Sleep and the Brain Many people [...]
Study: Neurofeedback and Methylphenidate May Improve ADHD Inattention Equally
By Madison Shaak, BS, BCN, QEEG-T and Dr. Caroline Spearman [...]
Purple Heart Day/Wounded Warriors Project
By Liz Merrill, LCSW-C August 7th is Purple Heart Day, [...]
Setting Boundaries Around Screen Time
By Caroline Spearman, Psy.D. In today’s world, it is inevitable [...]
Neurofeedback for Athletes: A Reliable Treatment for Concussion Symptoms
By Madison Shaak BS, BCN, QEEG-T and Edited by Dr. [...]
Be your child’s MVP: How to support your child to develop their own problem solving skills
By Betsy Fenzel, LCSW-C, LCSW, LiCSW “My son (age 4) [...]
Understanding PTSD and Evidence-Based Approaches to Treatment
By Patricia Dean, LCSW “It isn’t in my past. It’s [...]
Preparing Your Child Emotionally for Kindergarten
By Betsy Fenzel, LCSW-C, LCSW, LICSW As the temperatures soar [...]
Yoga As a Therapy: How it Can Help You Become More Resilient
By Rachel Painter, LPC Yoga has been building a reputation [...]
Neurofeedback for Migraines: A Non-Invasive Alternative
By Madison Shaak, BS, BCN, QEEG-T Anyone who has experienced [...]
Jets Quarterback Josh McCown’s Journey with Neurofeedback
By Madison Shaak BS, QEEG-T, BCN Edited by Dr. Caroline [...]
Peak Performance Neurofeedback for Athletes
By Dr. Caroline Spearman, Psy.D. Neurofeedback is a tool that [...]
Excess weekend sleep can’t undo the damage.
We have all been there. A stressful week at school, [...]
Child Survivors: How to Talk to Your Child about a Death by Suicide
The death of a loved one to suicide brings [...]
“You get what you get and you might get upset…and that’s ok” How to address your Child’s Feelings
Every parent, caregiver and teacher has heard (and probably used) [...]
Parenting Work
“My 3 year old son is terrified of the dark [...]
Neurofeedback Blog Series PartI: What Is It? How Can It Help?
What is neurofeedback? The brain is a very complex organ [...]
Neurofeedback Blog Series Part II: Neurofeedback and Anxiety
Did you know? Everyone experiences some form of anxiety at [...]
Tackling Homesickness While Away At College
Posted on September 6, 2018 by Leslie Klein, Psy.D.Years of anticipation have [...]
TALKING TO YOUR TEEN ABOUT SUICIDE
Posted on September 4, 2018 by Betsy Fenzel, LCSW-C, LCSW, LiCSWSeptember is [...]
Back to School and Taking a Pause: How Mindfulness Can Support Parents in This Busy Time
The start of the school year is a busy, hectic [...]
New Research Findings about Brain Differences in ADHD
With advancements in brain imaging technology, researchers are learning more [...]
What Parents Can Do to Help Their Depressed Teen
If you suspect that your teen is struggling with symptoms [...]
New Research on Treatment for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals [...]
Coping With Tragedy
In the wake of deadly mass shootings, it is natural [...]
When Your Teen Says No to Therapy: How Parents Can Help
Psychotherapy may not always be an easy sell for your [...]
How to Empower Your Teen with ADHD/LD in College
The 21st Century is a great time to be a [...]
Expressive Writing To Free the Mind from Worry
Historically, writing has been a technique used by practitioners to [...]
Back to School: Combating Test Anxiety
Now that the semester is up and running, you may [...]
New Research Shows Impact of Nighttime Cell Phone Use on Teenage Mental Health
Recent research provides support for what many parents already suspect: [...]
5 Tips on Transitioning from High School to College
While many high school students have painstakingly spent the last [...]
Identifying Early Signs of Depression in Teens
In many cases, the distinction between ordinary sadness and clinical [...]
Study Shows that Yoga Reduces Depressive Symptoms
Depression is one of the most common mental health issues [...]
Tips to Getting Your Teen Ready for College
As recent high school graduates prepare this summer for their [...]
What is binge drinking?
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism defines binge [...]
Can Pets Help Children Feel Less Anxious?
The benefits of owning pets and spending time with animals [...]
How Does Sleeping Impact Your Memory?
By now we know many reasons why it’s important to [...]
Autism and Disrupted Sleep
Sleep is an essential yet underrated aspect of human functioning. [...]
Can Playing Interactive Games Have Positive Psychological Effects?
A few months ago you could hardly take a step [...]
The Stress of Scarcity
Recently I heard a brief news radio report on the [...]
What is the Theory of Multiple Intelligences?
Intelligence is often referred to as being synonymous with someone’s [...]
Steps to Overcoming Social Anxiety
Those who struggle with social anxiety find themselves inhibited and [...]
Tips on Choosing the Right Therapist
Many of us go through times when we feel overwhelmed [...]
Recent Research Highlights Ways to Reduce Excessive Worrying
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons why people [...]
Five Ways to Reduce Reliance on Social Media
It’s no secret that many of us spend much of [...]
Brain Differences in ADHD
People with ADHD have been identified as having what we [...]
Perfectionism: When Perfect Isn’t Good Enough
Most people are familiar with the Merriam-Webster dictionary definition of [...]
Nine Tips for Overcoming an Eating Disorder
One of our favorite websites focused on Eating Disorder resources [...]
Advice for How Parents Can Talk to Kids About Race
Many parents wonder when and how to talk to their [...]
New Study on the Link Between ADHD and Delayed Brain Development
Individuals with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are all too familiar with [...]
Teen “Night Owls” May Have More Trouble with Self-Regulation
“Night Owls” and “Morning Larks” are more than just terms [...]
Devices, Stress, and Healthy Limit-Setting
In February 2017, the American Psychological Association (APA) released data [...]
When ADHD and Anxiety Occur at the Same Time
Living with ADHD is stressful. Thoughts related to procrastination, disorganization, [...]
Ways to Cope With Caregiving for a Loved One – Part 2
Although caring for a loved one who is suffering from [...]
The Emotional and Physical Cost of Caregiving – Part 1
About 18 million Americans currently care for family members who [...]
What is Radical Acceptance and how can it help?
Radical Acceptance (Linehan, 1993) is an important skill that is [...]
Incorporating pets in mental health care?
More and more research continues to point to the important [...]
How to practice mindful eating
Mindfulness is the practice of being aware and in the [...]
4 Simple Gratitude Exercises to Reduce Stress and Promote Well-Being
Practicing gratitude has been shown to be a powerful way [...]
The human-animal bond: an important factor in healing mental illness?
People impacted by mental illness often struggle with feelings of [...]
Lending A Helping Hand Might Help When You’re Stressed
For many of us, we strive for balance among the [...]
Why Self Care is so Important
The term “self-care” can have a variety of meanings. It [...]
Can our gut impact our brain?
The interaction between our gut and our brain has been [...]
The 10 Most Popular Blogs from Georgetown Psychology in 2016
It's been quite a year at Georgetown Psychology and we’d [...]
Beyond the Winter Blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Winter can be a time of fun with breaks from [...]
6 Tips to Improve Organizational Skills for Middle Schoolers
At this point in the school year, expectations are ramping [...]
5 Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
Holiday Stress Holidays are often looked towards with great excitement [...]
Traditional Bullying Versus Online Bullying
Does online bullying affect children and teens differently than traditional [...]
Demystifying Admissions Testing
Cognitive tests are often requirements for applying to independent schools, [...]
The Results Are In: Now, How Do We Deal?
The months leading up to this election were an emotional [...]
Stress Reduction Series: Part 2 – Visualization
Visualization is a great relaxation tool, especially for those of [...]
Stress Reduction Series: Part 1 – Deep Breathing
Deep breathing is one of the staples in terms of [...]
Holiday Travel and Children
The approaching holiday season can bring many positive feelings and [...]
How Much Sleep Does Your Child or Teen Need?
Children and Sleep Sleep can be ongoing challenge of parenthood, [...]
The Role of Intelligence Testing in Admissions Process
The 2016-2017 school year just started yet many parents are [...]
Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Plays an Important Role in Treating Depression
Antidepressants and Sleep Getting a good night’s sleep makes a [...]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Frequently Asked Questions
What is OCD? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a brain [...]
Dealing with Potty Training Challenges
Potty training is often considered a rite of passage in [...]
“Musings on Mindset”
Recently I had the pleasure of attending a professional development [...]
Admissions Testing: What You Need to Know
Parents put a lot of careful thought and effort into [...]
Exercise Can Help Reduce Executive Functioning Challenges in Children
Physical Activity in Children Staying active through exercise is not [...]
How to Help Someone Who is Suicidal
Worried that your child, friend, or family member is at [...]
Recognizing Suicide Warning Signs
Concerned about suicide? Here are some signs to look for….. [...]
Helping College Freshman Cope with the Transition
Heading off to college is a significant time of transition [...]
Orthorexia: the eating disorder you may not have heard about
The concept of Orthorexia has been gaining attention in the [...]
Talking To Kids About Today’s Violence
Today we are confronted by tragedy seemingly on a weekly [...]
Transgender Youth: Challenges and Hope
Over the last few decades, we have come a long [...]
Do You Have a Highly Sensitive Child?
According to psychologist Elaine Aron, a “highly sensitive child is [...]
Understanding Psychoeducational Evaluations
The summer season at Georgetown Psychology Associates sees an increase [...]
Behavioral Therapy for Preschoolers with ADHD: First Line of Treatment
The average young child often is full of energy and [...]
Gender Identity 101: definitions and how it all happens
We have discovered, that when we let kids have a [...]
Signs and Symptoms of ADHD
If all children have difficulty sitting still, paying attention, and [...]
4 Signs That Your Relationship May Be In Trouble
Most marriage therapists are familiar with the work of Drs. [...]
3 Things You Can Do Now to Improve your Relationship
Leading experts in couples therapy, Drs. John and Julie Gottman [...]
What is Social Anxiety Disorder?
You are not shy, quiet, withdrawn, aloof or stuck up. [...]
ADOS-2: What Is It? – Autism Spectrum Evaluations
At Georgetown Psychology Associates, we provide Autism Spectrum evaluations ranging [...]
Ewww…That’s Gross! Food Avoidance In Children.
Many children I know would happily live on a steady [...]
Depression And Pregnancy. When Should I Be Concerned?
Major Depression is one of the most common mental disorders [...]
Why Can’t My Child Learn? Could It Be an Auditory Processing Disorder?
Often parents and teachers are concerned because a child can’t [...]
Talking to Your Teen About Depression
If you suspect that your teen might be depressed, talk [...]
How to Tell if Your Teen is Depressed or Suicidal
It isn’t always easy to tell when a teen is [...]
Concussions in Sports – The Long-Term Effects Part 2
Concussions are often referred to as a “hidden epidemic” because [...]
How to cope in the aftermath of a traumatic event
There is no one “typical” reaction or “right” way to [...]
Psychoeducational Testing – The Who, What, Where, When and Why
At our practice, we provide psychoeducational assessments ranging from young [...]
A New Approach to “How was school today?”
As a child psychologist, whose job is to get kids [...]
Constant Comparisons: The Social Media Trap
While we were waiting to pick up our children from [...]
Admissions Testing – What You Need to Know
Parents put a lot of careful thought and effort into [...]
5 Simple (Really!) Yoga Poses That Help Fight Anxiety
Regular yoga practice can help us stay calm, grounded, and [...]
Parental Depression & Educational Outcomes for Children
Depression is a common mental disorder that can inflict pain [...]
Parents with Mathemaphobia and Their Kids
Mathemaphobia, or math anxiety, is a common lifelong impairment. Research [...]
The Protective Role of Feeling Supported in Motherhood
While we often discuss and explore the impact that parents [...]
Could your child or loved one be struggling with an eating disorder?
Eating disorders are complex medical and psychiatric illnesses that are [...]
What Pets Can Do for Your Health
Most households in the United States have at least one [...]
Weather Anxiety: From Mother to Meteorologist?
After a relatively smooth adjustment to her new school, my [...]
Parenting Child Anxiety
For a multitude of reasons, childhood anxiety is being diagnosed [...]
Yelling-Free Parenting
Every parent has yelled at their kid. Most parents know [...]
Talking to Your Child About Cancer
When a parent is diagnosed with cancer, talking about it [...]
Part 2: Three things you can do to stop a binge in its tracks
Binge Eating Disorder B.E.D. is the most common eating disorder [...]
De-Stress by Simplifying Parenting
A client once asked my advice regarding bath time in [...]
Concussions in Sports – The Long-Term Effects -Part 1
In March 2016, the National Football League (NFL) acknowledged through [...]
Thinking Flexibly
My 5 year-old son came home upset from school the [...]
Part 1: B.E.D. – The eating disorder that’s way more common than you think
What is Binge Eating Disorder (B.E.D)? B.E.D. is an eating [...]
Peer Excellence & Negative Comparisons in the Classroom
Starting early in life, we recognize certain individuals with accolades [...]
Decreasing Test Anxiety
High levels of anxiety during testing situations compromises an individual’s [...]
Teens and Stress- Part 4
While knowing the dangers of chronic stress is essential, it [...]
The Importance of Sleep To Your Emotional Health
As a parent, it often can feel as though there [...]
PART II: Yoga: My Own Path to Mindfulness
There are many ways to learn mindfulness, from workshops and [...]
Rethinking ADHD
I often work with parents whose children have recently been [...]
4 neuroscience-based strategies you can use right now to boost your HAPPINESS
According to UCLA neuroscience researcher at Alex Korb, we have [...]
Teens and Stress- Part 3
Now that we have explored the subjective experience of stressors, [...]
Too Much Screen Time
Growing up in the twenty-first century, children and adolescents have [...]
Quality of Sleep & The Impact on Our Brains
For both children and adults, health care professionals often emphasize [...]
I Love You More Than Your Grades
I remember attending the screening of Race to Nowhere by [...]
Math Tutoring for the Anxious Child: Academic Benefits & Changes in Fear Response
Anxiety comes in many shapes and sizes. Specific fears, including [...]
Should You Sleep Train Your Child?
It is so hard to listen to your baby cry [...]
What is Mindfulness and Why is it Important? Part 1
Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness [...]
Standing Desks: Advantages For Executive Functioning
As children enter the formal school setting, it is often [...]
A History of ADHD
All children have difficulty sitting still, paying attention, and waiting [...]
The Impact of Chronic Stress on Our Minds and Bodies
Everyone experiences stress from time to time. Some people are [...]
The Importance of Recess to Academic Success
Can Recess Actually Help Academic Success? In the United States, [...]
When Should I Seek Treatment For Anxiety?
It’s not always easy to determine when treatment is indicated [...]
The Impact of Video Games on Cognitive Development
A question psychologists often hear from parents is: “Are video [...]
Recent Developments in the Treatment of PTSD
A new system, currently known as Motion-Assisted, Multi-Modal Memory Desensitization [...]
Sleep Deprivation Can Have A Negative Impact On Your Life
As a parent, it often can feel as though there [...]
Reading to Young Children: Advantages for Early Language Learning
What do Goodnight Moon, If You Give a Mouse a [...]
An Apple A Day…Keeps the Stress Away
We know that good nutrition keeps our bodies strong and [...]
Teens and Stress: Part II
Although most teens will experience stress at some point in [...]
Feeling Stressed? Lend a Helping Hand
For many of us, we strive for balance among the [...]
Exercise For the Brain
The term mindful meditation may seem counterintuitive at first glance. [...]
Brain Health – What Should We Be Eating To Boost It?
Researchers agree: when it comes to mental health, food matters. [...]
I’m Getting a New Baby Brother . . . And I’m NOT Happy
Prior to the birth of a new baby, many parents [...]
Yoga – The New Tool For Therapists and Parents?
Yoga practitioners around the world have long proclaimed the physical [...]
Holiday Stress Tips
Holidays are often looked towards with great excitement and anticipation. [...]
Fighting Off the Winter Blues: Long-Term Benefits of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Each year following the beautiful autumn foliage, we “fall back,” [...]
Teens and Stress, Part 1
In today’s fast-paced, 24-hour world, it is not uncommon to [...]
Can Lack of Sleep Be Making Us More Stressed, Depressed, and Anxious?
While the effects of chronic sleep deprivation on our physical [...]
Long-Term Health Implications of Adolescent Friendships
Peer relationships serve an important role across the lifespan. However, [...]
Transitioning To College: Academic Responsibilities in High School vs. College
Going off to college is an exciting milestone in a [...]
Walking Therapy
Many mental health professionals, informed by years of research, incorporate [...]
How Much Screen Time is Too Much?
Determining how much "screen time" their children should have access [...]
Test-Taking Anxiety
Everyone experiences anxiety at some point or another, some more [...]
Picky Eaters – When is too picky a problem?
Picky eating is a common issue among young children. Many [...]
Youth Sports
Many Washingtonians have returned from the shorelines of summer vacations [...]
Ready or Not – Here They Come! Upcoming Changes to the SAT
Out with the old and in with the new. The [...]
Thoughts on International Adoption in Contemporary America
A total of 6,441 International, or Intercountry, adoptions were processed [...]
Exercise and Mental Health-Part 1: How Physical Exercise Improves Our Well-Being, Stress-Levels, and Life Satisfaction.
Can we really improve our mental health by exercising? We [...]
Losing a Pet: How to Help your Kids and Family through the Grieving Process
This week, we address how children experience and cope with [...]
Caring for Yourself After the Loss of a Pet
Are you grappling with the loss of a pet? At [...]
Losing a Pet: How to Deal and Heal in a Healthy Way
For many of us, our pets are our best friends, [...]
Quantity vs. Quality: How to Make the Most of Time with our Children
As parents, we often feel as though there aren’t enough [...]
The Significance of Self-Regulation
By Sarah O’Brien, M.A. Developing self-regulation, also known as effortful [...]
Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, and Treatment
One of the first steps in planning treatment in cases [...]
Anxiety Disorders and ADHD: Mapping the Similarities (Part 2)
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can vary in presentation across the [...]
Anxiety Disorders and ADHD: Mapping the Similarities (Part 1)
Anxiety Disorders and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may at first [...]
How Much Sleep Do You Need? An Expert Panel Releases its Recommendations
We all know that sleep is good for us, but [...]
How We Learn and Remember: Levels of Processing
By Sarah E. O’Brien, M.A., Learning Specialist The way you [...]
Developing Effective Homework Strategies with Your Child
Last week, we covered the benefits and drawbacks of homework [...]
Homework in Grade School: The Pros and Cons
Banning homework from school? To most American parents, the notion [...]
Treating Depression and Anxiety Among College Students
To get the most out of your college experience, you [...]
Tips for Fostering Creativity In Your Children
Children’s imaginations are limitless, and serve as the foundation for [...]
The Educational Advantage of Exercise for Students with ADHD
The next time you feel compelled to direct a distracted [...]
What Can We Learn from Mary Poppins? The Impact of Popular Movies on Parenting
What can we learn from Mary Poppins? Do movies influence [...]
The Cognitive and Physical Benefits of Exercise
Finding the motivation and time in your schedule to maintain [...]
Making Sense of the Bullying Boom: How You Can Support Your Child
The last decade has witnessed a boom in the literature [...]
Late Onset of ADHD in Young Women
It may at first seem implausible that an adult woman [...]
Providing Structure and Predictability in a Fluctuating Household
Parents may be familiar with the idea that structure and [...]
Parenting Approaches to Prevent Bullying
Bullying is a commonly observed act in grade schools, and [...]
Test Anxiety Reduction Tip
Take note! Nervous test takers may be able to improve [...]
Teenagers and Sleep
Teenagers often attribute lack of sleep to being both a [...]
Managing Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences offer opportunities for us to learn about our [...]
The Importance of Peer Relationships in Early Childhood
As children mature, they encounter greater opportunities to develop social [...]
Homework and Your Child, Pt. 2
Last week, we covered the benefits and drawbacks of homework [...]
Homework and Your Child, Pt. 1
Do you feel like your child has too much homework? [...]
Sensory-Friendly Performances for Children with Autism
Attending plays or concerts with your children is a wonderful [...]
Parenting the Easily Frustrated Child
When parenting young children, structure, predictability, and boundaries are essential [...]
Understanding Specific Phobias
Have you ever felt uneasy when riding the steep escalator [...]
Depression Intervention in Childhood
In our last post, we discussed symptoms of depression in [...]
Diagnosing Depression During Childhood
Parents often turn to us to provide solutions and help [...]
Parenting Temper Tantrums
As parents, we’ve all been through them: the crying, [...]
Starting the Semester Right
You just returned to school after a long, relaxing winter [...]
ADHD Intervention in Middle Childhood (Part 2 of 2)
In our last post, we discussed symptoms of Attention Deficit [...]
ADHD Diagnosis in Middle Childhood (Part 1 of 2)
The following case example is a typical referral that is [...]
How Preschool Play Strengthens Academic Success
By Sarah E. O’Brien Pause. Put down the flashcards and [...]
Autism Spectrum Disorders and the DSM-5
One in every eighty-eight children has an autism spectrum disorder [...]
Getting a Good Night’s Rest for Your Entire Family
Quality sleep is essential for optimal cognitive functioning and overall [...]
How to Spot Signs of Depression and Anxiety in Young Children
It may come as a surprise that even young children [...]
Early Intervention: An Occupational Therapist Point of View
To correctly begin this blog we have to start with, [...]
Improving Children’s Friendships During the Preschool Years
Negotiating peer relationships is a significant development during a preschooler’s [...]
Adjustment to College: Coping with Common Concerns
Long before they leave for college, students imagine the experiences [...]
Introversion, Shyness and Social Anxiety: Where Do We Draw the Line?
Children who are introverts may feel out of place in [...]
An Overview of Social Anxiety Disorder in Adolescents: Part Three
How School Staff Can Help Teenagers with Social Anxiety Disorder [...]
Transitioning to College: Tips for Parents
Parents are often filled with mixed emotions when their children [...]
An Overview of Social Anxiety Disorder in Adolescents: Part Two
How Parents Can Help Teenagers with Social Anxiety Disorder In [...]
An Overview of Social Anxiety Disorder in Adolescents: Part One
Social Anxiety Disorder in Adolescents Adolescence is a time of [...]
Transitioning to College: Academic Responsibilities in High School vs. College
Going off to college is an exciting milestone in a [...]
Easing Back to School Anxiety
During the final weeks of summer, many children begin to [...]
The Stress of Overscheduling and the Importance of Sleep
The demands of school, athletics, and our children’s desire to [...]
Does My Child have ADHD (or is it Something Else)?
Some children have a hard time sitting still. They may [...]
What is Social Anxiety?
Social anxiety or social phobia can best be described as [...]
Life Changes – Exciting or Dreadful?
Significant transitions in life are often a source of great [...]
When Should I Seek Treatment for Anxiety?
It’s not always easy to determine when treatment is indicated [...]
Anxiety – What Is It and How Do We Treat It?
Anxiety is a term we use to describe excessive fear [...]