A close-up of a woman smiling with a clipboard while sitting next to a child. This could represent the support offered by a child psychologist during child therapy for anxiety. Learn more about the benefits of child counseling in Scotch Plains, NJ today.

5 Reasons that Scheduling Child Therapy During The School Day Can Be Helpful Support for Your Child

Posted Posted in Anxiety, Children, Fawn McNeil-Haber, Online Therapy, Parents, Teens

Since the pandemic, therapy services are in high demand for all ages, but especially for children and youth. With the school year or extracurricular activities in your child’s life, it can feel difficult to balance all of the priorities for the wellness of your child. You want what’s best for them. You want them to […]

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Reasons Why You Might Be Putting Off Therapy and How a Therapy Intern Can Help

Posted Posted in Adults, Anxiety, Linda Farag, Teens

If you’re reading this, it might be because you’re hesitant about starting your therapy journey. You may have read about the benefits of psychotherapy. A friend may have given a recommendation. Regardless of what brought you here, taking the first step can be daunting. In addition, there are many real and perceived obstacles to taking […]

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How to Talk to Your Child about School Shootings and Violence

Posted Posted in Anxiety, Children, Kerry Isgur, Parents, Teens, Trauma

High profile acts of violence, especially school shootings, can be frightening and confusing to children. Even well-intentioned safety measures like ‘active shooter drills’ at schools can also amplify intense worries in children who fear their friends or loved ones’ safety.  Step 1: Reassure your child that they are safe. Emphasize that schools are very safe. […]