By: Laura Miller, LMSW Feeling a little news obsessed lately? Between the upcoming election and COVID-19 pandemic it would only make sense if you’re experiencing a magnetic draw to refresh the news and gather information. In fact, a recent analysis shows that since...

By: Laura Miller, LMSW As the leaves begin to turn, it’s undeniable that colder weather is upon us. However, it may be harder to believe that your child is already well into their first couple of months of school. The beginning of the school year is a difficult and...

By: Laura Miller, LMSW Congratulations! You’ve supported your child throughout years of educational and developmental milestones and you have now made it to the pinnacle moment of their educational journey, the college application process. Take a moment to reflect on...

By: Laura Miller, LMSW Even in the absence of a global pandemic, the start of a new school year creates a long “to-do” list for parents; purchase new school supplies, meet teachers, pack school lunches...the list goes on! This year, as parents’ to-do lists expand to...

By Laura Miller, LMSW The transition from warm and relaxing summer months into cool September mornings and structured school days is always a difficult change. So much so, that many students experience anxiety as they return to campus for another school year. In fact,...

**This post is part of our series, Behavioral Psych Studio for Black Lives Matter (BPS for BLM), which aims to amplify Black voices on topics related to mental health and wellbeing. All links below will take you to Black-created content.** By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW ...

**This post is part of our series, Behavioral Psych Studio for Black Lives Matter (BPS for BLM), which aims to amplify Black voices on topics related to mental health and wellbeing. All links below will take you to Black-created content.** By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW...

**This post is part of our series, Behavioral Psych Studio for Black Lives Matter (BPS for BLM), which aims to amplify Black voices on topics related to mental health and wellbeing. All links below will take you to Black-created content.** By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW...

**This post is part of our series, Behavioral Psych Studio for Black Lives Matter (BPS for BLM), which aims to amplify Black voices on topics related to mental health and wellbeing. All links below will take you to Black-created content.** By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW Did...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW We at Behavioral Psych Studio are committed to dismantling white supremacy, the belief system — often unspoken and unacknowledged — that white people are rightfully the dominant group in society. In contributing to this effort, our silence is...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW Are the routines you put in place over the last couple of months becoming more and more difficult to follow? Do you have a front row seat to your motivation’s disappearing act? If so, it’s possible you’ve fallen into a stay-at-home slump. If...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW As time goes on and you settle into your new routine, you may be thinking about finding a therapist for yourself or your child. Do you have questions or feel confused about where to begin? Here are some common teletherapy questions, answered:...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW In a previous blog, we discussed tips for managing your own coronavirus-related anxiety. Many people also have the task of helping their kids deal with a variety of difficult emotions right now. If you find yourself in this position, consider...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW You may be finding it difficult to avoid conversations about the coronavirus disease. It’s in the news, on social media, and a common topic of personal and professional conversations. While everyone responds differently to major global events...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW Think about the last time you were angry — like, really angry. You might be thinking of the time you waited at a coffee shop for someone who never showed, when you arrived at the airport only to learn that your flight was cancelled, or when...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW As January blends into February, you may feel farther and farther away from the motivation that led you to set your New Year’s Resolution. This happens to the best of us — we consider the new year the perfect opportunity to work toward a goal...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW If the mere mention of the holiday season brings about feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, and dread, you’re not alone. Sure, the holidays are marketed as a cherished time to give, receive, reflect, and be with loved ones. But for many, this...

By Brooke Schwartz, LMSW Here’s the situation: Allie’s on vacation in Prague for the holidays after saving up and planning for the trip. She’s excited for all the fun she’s going to have and proud of her months of saving. But on the first day of her trip, she learns...