Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
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Read the latest blog posts written by Cary Goldstein in Calabasas for advice on dyslexia, social difficulties, parent training & more. Dr. Goldstein has devoted more than 20 years to the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents. She is the founder and director of Westchester Child Therapy in Scarsdale, NY and Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology in Calabasas, CA.
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
2w ago
The confidence of teenagers is a significant factor in their overall well-being and outlook on life. A confident adolescent is better equipped to navigate the complexities of adolescence, form meaningful relationships, and pursue their goals with determination. Conversely, teens grappling with low self-esteem often find ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
2M ago
The teenage years present many challenges for both parents and teens alike, often testing the strength of parent-child relationships. Between the whirlwind of mood swings, ever changing social landscape, academic pressures, and desire for personal independence, it is easy to become confused about the best ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
4M ago
The holidays are a time to slow down and enjoy family togetherness. It is also a time when people reflect on the past and make resolutions for the coming new year. Most times, the resolutions are individual goals, but we have learned that creating family ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
6M ago
Being a teenager is a time of self-discovery and identity formation. Adolescents naturally seek acceptance from their peers, making them highly attuned to what others think of them. This desire for social approval often leads to the fear of being judged by others. As a ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
1y ago
There are a multitude of thoughts that can tangle a parent’s mind when trying to figure out what their teen might be thinking or why they behave a certain way. After all, children don’t come with a full instruction manual. Sometimes parent’s values, opinions, or ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
1y ago
It’s summertime! Summer break is a fantastic time for your child to both strengthen their belief in themselves while also building meaningful connections with their community. The ideas below will help your child establish a sense of purpose and recognition that they can make a ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
2y ago
Most people are creatures of habit. We feel most comfortable when things go as planned or expected, when we make plans and are confident that they probably won’t change. The pandemic, however, continues to challenge us. New variants, changing mandates, and plans that feel more ..read more
Calabasas Child and Adolescent Psychology Blog
2y ago
I was sitting in my office after a long day of work. Since the start of the pandemic, I have been inundated by the increase in youth anxiety, depression, irritability, lack of motivation, social loneliness, and more. I knew that more needed to be done ..read more