For many parents, it’s difficult to imagine how to tell their child that she is about to begin seeing a child psychologist. While every family is different, here are a few guidelines to keep in mind when planning this conversation: • Be honest It’s crucial that kids begin therapy with a foundation of trust. They need to feel they will be a respected part of the process and understand that you and their therapist can be trusted. ...read more
ADHD or Anxiety: How Can You Tell the Difference?
Anxiety and ADHD (or ADD) may seem like completely different disorders, but they actually have a lot of symptoms in common. In both, people suffer from restlessness, distractibility, difficulty concentrating, disturbances in sleep, and hyperactivity. Because of the overlap in symptoms, it's sometimes difficult to determine if ADHD or anxiety is causing symptoms in you or your child. If you're trying to sort out whether the cause of you or ...read more
Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Counselors – What’s the Difference?
If you've ever wondered what the difference is between types of therapists, you're not alone. Here's a quick primer: Psychologists – Psychologists have doctorates, specifically either a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) or a Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology). Both degrees require 4-7 years of training, clinical training placements, and a year-long, full-time internship. Traditionally, Ph.D. programs train psychologists in both clinical practice and ...read more