Initiative Therapy

01/20/2023

Now seeing clients in person in Anaheim Hills,Ca.

10/03/2022

Do you have any elementary age children who would benefit from learning DBT skills? I'm offering a Multi-family DBT Skills group for children ages 9-11 and their parents/caregivers on Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 4-5:30pm.

09/10/2021

We still have a few spots left for the DBT Skills Group for children ages 9-11. This group is very helpful for family that want to learn healthy ways to cope with stressors, increase communication at home, and understand ways to manage emotions.

09/07/2021

Does your child struggle with big feelings and big behaviors? I offer an online DBT skills group from the convenience of your own home. Multi-Family DBT Groups are designed for youth ages 9-11 and their parents/caregivers to come together and learn the same set of skills. Space is limited so sign up today. For more information go to https://www.initiativetherapy.com/dbt-therapy-1 or email: [email protected]

02/08/2021

Informative article!

"Here’s the truth that too many adults who don’t directly work with young people refuse to acknowledge: When our youths are frightened, disconnected, grieving, or anxious, they aren’t learning. Their brains aren’t taking in our lessons, or holding on to the Common Core standards. Their amygdalas are in charge, and adults just sound like Charlie Brown’s teacher. If we are going to address the academic loss that may have occurred during the pandemic, then we also need to fully understand the other kinds of loss our young people have experienced and have plans in place to support them through those losses."

A Boston educator shares three guidelines for responding to "learning loss" she developed based on conversations with her students.

01/02/2021

Happy New Year!

12/22/2020

"With the holidays approaching, many parents are becoming increasingly concerned about how different this year will look, and how those changes in traditions will impact their already struggling kids.

However, there are a number of ways in which parents can help kids of any age de-stress during this challenging time and build resilience for the new year ahead."

The COVID-19 pandemic will impact the emotional and mental health of many children during the holidays, but parents can help them build resiliency during this challenging time.

12/01/2020

With the holidays approaching, the stress levels can ramp up making it hard to feel excited about the holiday season. We start missing our loved on, traveling, and our traditions. The fears settle in as we think of visiting friends and family. How was Thanksgiving this year for you?