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What to Do When Your Teen Is Struggling
5 short videos from Dr. Lauren Pasqua teaching the DBT-based strategies that actually change things at home. Covers red flags vs. normal teen behavior, validation, parenting balance, and word-for-word scripts. Free with email.
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An introduction to the DBT skills we teach in our classes and programs. Good for parents, teens, or adults who want to understand what DBT is and whether it might help.
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Seven days of practical, research-backed strategies for building connection with your child or teen. One tip per day, delivered to your inbox. Takes about 5 minutes each day to read and try.
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Clips, interviews, and educational content from our clinical team.
When to Worry: Is It Normal Teen Behavior or a Red Flag?
Dr. Lauren Pasqua explains the difference between typical teen moodiness and behaviors that need professional attention.
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Articles on mental health, parenting, DBT skills, and child development written by our licensed clinicians.
Why Kids Have Meltdowns (And What to Do About Them)
One of our most-read articles. What drives big emotional reactions and the strategies that actually help kids come down faster.
Read the articleThe TIPP Skill: Fast Relief for Overwhelming Emotions
A practical breakdown of one of DBT’s most effective distress tolerance skills, with step-by-step instructions for using it at home.
Read the articleShame vs. Guilt: Why the Difference Matters for Your Child
How shame and guilt work differently in the brain, and why understanding the distinction changes how you respond to your child’s mistakes.
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