By: Kyara Ramirez-Guzman, LMHC, NCC As a first-time mom, I had no idea how complex parenting a small child with social anxiety could be. The pandemic only made things harder with remote learning, social distancing, and virtual interactions. It’s clear that COVID-19 has deeply affected mental health, especially social anxiety. I’d like to share my […]
By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist It’s easy to overlook the importance of mental health, especially when it comes to our children. But just like physical health, mental health is essential for overall well-being. As parents and caregivers, it’s our responsibility to foster an environment where mental health is prioritized and nurtured from a young
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist Mental health challenges affect millions of people regardless of their background or status. Despite the prevalence of these issues, there’s a growing awareness and acceptance surrounding mental health struggles, thanks in part to the courage of well-known and famous people who have shared their own journeys. Here, we explore
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By: Dr. Danyel Hen, Ed.D., BCBA-D Step into the lively world of the “Building Early Learner Life Skills” (BELLS) program! Designed for children aged 2-4 with autism, this early multi-disciplinary intervention program integrates the best principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), child development, music therapy, and art therapy to create a structured yet dynamic environment.
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By Dr. Roddia J. Hill, PsyD., Clinical Psychologist Resident Developmental disorders are impairments in a child’s physical, cognitive, communication, or behavioral development that impact everyday functioning. Developmental disorders can affect physical abilities, such as speech, and mental abilities, such as learning. While mental health care services are becoming increasingly integrated into societal conversations about health
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In a recent episode of the Breaking the Stigma Podcast, host Dennisse Diaz sits down with licensed psychologist Michelle Hintz to discuss the critical importance of timely autism diagnosis. With over 25 years of clinical experience, including expertise in autism evaluations, Hintz sheds light on the significance of early identification and its profound impact on
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By: Lorelis Ploche, MS (Art Therapy), RMHCI Sarah, a once-vibrant adolescent, has faced her fair share of challenges. Struggling with anxiety, she often found herself overwhelmed by negative thoughts and fears of the future. Like many teens, Sarah used to navigate the complexities of adolescence with a sense of curiosity and excitement. Sarah used to
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD, MT-BC & BriAnne Weaver, MT-BC Like most parents of a preschooler with developmental delays, Noah’s parents were eager to get him the help he needed. At 3 years old, Noah was an especially cute and curious boy. He was always moving – he enjoyed playing outside, loved dinosaurs, and building with
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Are you struggling to find or maintain motivation towards your goals? Do negative thoughts constantly sabotage your progress? Your “self-talk” shapes your reality and conveys unconscious biases or beliefs. Cognitive restructuring (or cognitive reframing) is a commonly-used process within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The purpose of cognitive restructuring is to help clients discover, challenge, and
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