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Unraveling the Complexity of ADHD Assessments: The Comprehensive Role of Psychologists
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just trouble focusing; it's a complex neurodevelopmental condition that...
Feb 28, 20254 min read
In a World Where Instagram Filters Rule, How Can Parents Help Teens Love Their Real Selves?
Navigating the teen years can be challenging, especially given the pressure of unrealistic beauty standards set by society through social...
Feb 13, 20256 min read
What are Some Effective Strategies for Navigating Teen Mental Health as a Parent or Caregiver?
Navigating the mental health landscape of teenagers can often feel overwhelming for parents and caregivers. Adolescents face unique...
Feb 13, 20253 min read
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications Reduce Risk of Accidents, Injury, and Death
A new study just published reiterates a growing body of research that indicates that individuals with ADHD who take a prescribed...
Nov 26, 20242 min read
Evidenced-Based Interventions that are Simple and....Free!
Evidenced-based practices are strategies that have solid research behind them that indicate they are likely helpful in improving...
Sep 7, 20241 min read
Addressing Insomnia in Teens
The National Sleep Foundation recommends 9-11 hours of sleep for children ages 6-13 years old and 8-10 hours per night for individuals...
Nov 29, 20222 min read
Incredible Years-Helping Preschool Children with Autism--parent training starting in April 2022!
I came across this flyer and wanted to pass it along! It is a 6-week virtual training for parents who have young children with autism. ...
Mar 4, 20221 min read
Guided Meditations for Children and Teens
With the start of the new school year quickly approaching, I wanted to share with you a website that has helpful guided meditations that...
Aug 12, 20211 min read
Guest Blog from Jason Drake, Owner of Katy Teen and Family Counseling
www.katyteenandfamilycounseling.com TEENAGERS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH The teen years can be a difficult time for a teen. It is a time...
Jan 22, 20215 min read
How kids can practice mindfulness (and you too!)
Mindfulness has been getting a lot of mainstream attention, but what exactly is it? Mindfulness is about taking time out of your day...
Jan 21, 20212 min read
Parenting in a digital world: How to Set Parental Controls
I remind parents of children and adolescents in my practice that you must set limits on a child's access to technology early on in order...
Sep 11, 20202 min read
Anxiety therapy resources for kids
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is an evidenced-based treatment for anxiety. As psychologists, we work with kids to help them understand...
Aug 17, 20202 min read
What is the ADOS-2?
The ADOS-2 stands for Autism Diagnostic Observation System-Second Edition. It is a standardized, activity-based assessment used for...
Aug 6, 20201 min read
Helpful Tips to Reverse Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder is a persistent pattern of anger, irritability, arguing, and defiance toward authority figures (usually...
Jul 31, 20203 min read
Free Resources during COVID-19
For individuals and kids who want to try/enjoy guided imagery and mindfulness). The CALM app is usually a paid subscription, but it is offer
Mar 31, 20201 min read
Sleep is more critical to our mental health than we ever thought before: How lack of sleep directly
This past Friday, I attended a professional workshop held by Dr. Candice A. Alfano, Ph.D. She is the director of the Sleep and Anxiety Cent
Feb 2, 20204 min read
What is Dysgraphia?
Dysgraphia is a disorder of written expression. Many times (but not always) a child with dysgraphia has comorbid conditions such as dyslexi
Sep 5, 20191 min read
Accommodations for adhd
A Section 504 plan is based on federal law that protects individuals with a disability. The law is meant to be very broad and inclusive. M
Aug 15, 20191 min read
What are Efficacious Treatments for ADHD?
ADHD is the most widely researched childhood disorder. We know the MOST about this condition, including what has been proven to work,...
Jan 21, 20191 min read
Understanding EMDR Therapy and Its Benefits for Mental Health Healing
What is EMDR and how can it help? 🧠 EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapy that helps your brain process difficult memories and experiences that feel "stuck." Think of it like this: Sometimes our brains hold onto painful memories in a way that keeps us feeling distressed - like a file that didn't get properly saved. EMDR helps your brain "reprocess" these memories so they become less overwhelming. During EMDR, you'll focus on a troubling memory wh
Dyanna Villesca
Dec 10, 20252 min read
When Should You Get Your Child Evaluated for Dyslexia Warning Signs and Expert Tips
Reading difficulties can be frustrating for both children and parents. When a child struggles to keep up with reading tasks, it raises an important question: is this just a phase, or could it be dyslexia? Knowing when to seek an evaluation can make a big difference in how your child learns and grows. This post will help you understand the right age for assessment, the warning signs to watch for, and how to find the right psychologist who specializes in learning disabilities.
Dyanna Villesca
Dec 10, 20253 min read
Books for Parents to Help Their Child with Anxiety
We highly recommend "Freeing Your Child from Anxiety" by Tamar Chansky Why? When we don't know what to do, Dr. Chansky provides helpful...
Dyanna Villesca
Sep 17, 20251 min read
Mind Over Mood by Dennis Greenberger & Christine A. Padesky
Why We Recommend It: This book is a fantastic self-help tool for clients navigating depression, anxiety, anger, and more. It’s based on...
Collin Rasmusson
Sep 12, 20251 min read
Unraveling the Complexity of ADHD Assessments: The Comprehensive Role of Psychologists
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just trouble focusing; it's a complex neurodevelopmental condition that...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 28, 20254 min read
In a World Where Instagram Filters Rule, How Can Parents Help Teens Love Their Real Selves?
Navigating the teen years can be challenging, especially given the pressure of unrealistic beauty standards set by society through social...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 13, 20256 min read
What are Some Effective Strategies for Navigating Teen Mental Health as a Parent or Caregiver?
Navigating the mental health landscape of teenagers can often feel overwhelming for parents and caregivers. Adolescents face unique...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 13, 20253 min read
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications Reduce Risk of Accidents, Injury, and Death
A new study just published reiterates a growing body of research that indicates that individuals with ADHD who take a prescribed...
Dyanna Villesca
Nov 26, 20242 min read
Evidenced-Based Interventions that are Simple and....Free!
Evidenced-based practices are strategies that have solid research behind them that indicate they are likely helpful in improving...
Dyanna Villesca
Sep 7, 20241 min read
Addressing Insomnia in Teens
The National Sleep Foundation recommends 9-11 hours of sleep for children ages 6-13 years old and 8-10 hours per night for individuals...
Dyanna Villesca
Nov 29, 20222 min read
Understanding EMDR Therapy and Its Benefits for Mental Health Healing
What is EMDR and how can it help? 🧠 EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a therapy that helps your brain process difficult memories and experiences that feel "stuck." Think of it like this: Sometimes our brains hold onto painful memories in a way that keeps us feeling distressed - like a file that didn't get properly saved. EMDR helps your brain "reprocess" these memories so they become less overwhelming. During EMDR, you'll focus on a troubling memory wh
Dyanna Villesca
Dec 10, 20252 min read
When Should You Get Your Child Evaluated for Dyslexia Warning Signs and Expert Tips
Reading difficulties can be frustrating for both children and parents. When a child struggles to keep up with reading tasks, it raises an important question: is this just a phase, or could it be dyslexia? Knowing when to seek an evaluation can make a big difference in how your child learns and grows. This post will help you understand the right age for assessment, the warning signs to watch for, and how to find the right psychologist who specializes in learning disabilities.
Dyanna Villesca
Dec 10, 20253 min read
Books for Parents to Help Their Child with Anxiety
We highly recommend "Freeing Your Child from Anxiety" by Tamar Chansky Why? When we don't know what to do, Dr. Chansky provides helpful...
Dyanna Villesca
Sep 17, 20251 min read
Mind Over Mood by Dennis Greenberger & Christine A. Padesky
Why We Recommend It: This book is a fantastic self-help tool for clients navigating depression, anxiety, anger, and more. It’s based on...
Collin Rasmusson
Sep 12, 20251 min read
Unraveling the Complexity of ADHD Assessments: The Comprehensive Role of Psychologists
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just trouble focusing; it's a complex neurodevelopmental condition that...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 28, 20254 min read
In a World Where Instagram Filters Rule, How Can Parents Help Teens Love Their Real Selves?
Navigating the teen years can be challenging, especially given the pressure of unrealistic beauty standards set by society through social...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 13, 20256 min read
What are Some Effective Strategies for Navigating Teen Mental Health as a Parent or Caregiver?
Navigating the mental health landscape of teenagers can often feel overwhelming for parents and caregivers. Adolescents face unique...
Dyanna Villesca
Feb 13, 20253 min read
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications Reduce Risk of Accidents, Injury, and Death
A new study just published reiterates a growing body of research that indicates that individuals with ADHD who take a prescribed...
Dyanna Villesca
Nov 26, 20242 min read
Evidenced-Based Interventions that are Simple and....Free!
Evidenced-based practices are strategies that have solid research behind them that indicate they are likely helpful in improving...
Dyanna Villesca
Sep 7, 20241 min read
Addressing Insomnia in Teens
The National Sleep Foundation recommends 9-11 hours of sleep for children ages 6-13 years old and 8-10 hours per night for individuals...
Dyanna Villesca
Nov 29, 20222 min read
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