Check out this TV interview with Dr. Chris McCarthy regarding simple things you can do that fosters your child’s mental development.
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- Do you have a MAP (My Anxiety Plan) for your child’s anxiety?
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in children. If your child suffers from one of the various forms of anxiety, the good news is that the excessive anxiety can be brought back to normal! You as a parent will play an essential role in helping your child manage their anxiety. A first […]
Read More » - Discipline Broken Down by Age
In this TV interview, Dr. Christopher McCarthy defines the core traits of effective limit setting and then how to best apply them for each age- early childhood, mid childhood, and adolescence. Watch Interview
Read More » - Parenting Everybody: Anxious Kids and Their Siblings
“We need to get in the car. It is time for school.” “Mom, I don’t feel good. I don’t want to go.” “Jordan, You can’t miss another day of school. Go.” “Please no, I think I am sick. Just take Alex.” “You are fine. You don’t have a fever. You are making yourself sick.” “Mom, […]
Read More » - Social Anxiety, Social Skills, & Helping Your Child Make Friends
Parents know just how important school friendships are for their children. Friendships are an important part of everyone’s lives – helping to boost self-esteem, teaching valuable lessons and skills, and providing much needed moral support through what can be some tough years, developmentally. Learning how to form friendships is a vital social skill for kids […]
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Chris McCarthy, PhD, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor. His two main specialties are working with children & teens with anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues, as well as couples counseling. Connect with him on Google+