Initiative Therapy

Now seeing clients in person in Anaheim Hills,Ca.

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.

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]

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."

Students Respond to Adults’ Fixation on 'Learning Loss' (Opinion) A Boston educator shares three guidelines for responding to "learning loss" she developed based on conversations with her students.

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