Cognitive behavioral therapy has two main parts. The cognitive component helps children change how they think about a situation, whereas the behavioral component helps children change how they react to a situation...
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy?
DBT synthesizes a variety of theoretical perspectives, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness/acceptance, biosocial, and a dialectical philosophy. The biosocial theory of emotional dysregulation posits that a teens’ “5 problem areas” (i.e., 1) reduced focus/awareness,..
Behavioral Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
Pivotal response treatment is typically conducted in the clinic as well as at home. The experts at the Child Study Center can help you to understand the principles of pivotal response treatment, so that you can continue this work at home. Everyone involved in the...
Signs that your child may have a stutter
Has your child’s preschool teacher mentioned that your child doesn’t speak often in the classroom? When asked a question, does your child sometimes look away or pretend he doesn’t hear you? He may be avoiding speaking because it causes stress...