North Texas Child Psychiatry

02/09/2023

Anxiety is a complex feeling, often showing up in many different behaviors. Trying to help your kid pinpoint what they’re feeling can be difficult because they may not know how to communicate that. If this sounds familiar, know that you’re not alone!

Remember that at the end of the day you are EXACTLY who your kiddo needs. 💓

Take a deep dive into our animated programs that help kids build resilience skills: gozen.com/family/

02/02/2023

Repairing with our kids after tough moments is not just an apology, it’s an opportunity to connect and be vulnerable.

We can model accountability to our kids by showing them we are human and make mistakes, too. 💖

What are some other phrases you use to repair and reconnect with your child?

09/27/2022

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Reid has been voted, by her peers in the medical community, as one of D Magazines “Best Doctors in Dallas” in the October 2022 issue that hit news stands this week. Congratulations to Dr. Reid!

08/11/2022

8 ways a child's anxiety shows up as something else... Check out gozen.com for videos, printables, and much more to help kids manage stress and build resilience!

05/25/2022

In times of crisis, children want to know, "Who will take care of me?" Here are some tips to help reassure children during scary times.

10/07/2021

We are thrilled to announce that her colleagues in the medical community have voted Dr. Reid has as one of D Magazines “Best Doctors in Dallas” in the October 2021 issue that hit news stands today.
Congratulations to Dr. Reid and the staff of North Texas Child Psychiatry!

09/29/2021

Congratulations to Dr. Reid and North Texas Child Psychiatry! We have been recognized by DFW Child readers as a 2021 Mom Approved Health Professional.

This year, one of our patients took the time to tell DFW Child about us. By bestowing us with the Mom Approved title, they have indicated that they trust our care and want to refer us to other moms in the area.

There is no better honor then to receive word of mouth referrals from our patients. Thank you!

09/21/2021

During Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is reminding everyone about the importance of resiliency and hope, two protective factors toward maintaining health and wellness. Hope promotes a general positive outlook and resiliency is the ability to recover and continue in the face of adversity. Below are some ideas to maintain your health and wellness:

-Build hope by starting each day in a positive way to have an impact on your mood. You can use a daily mantra or think of three to five things for which you are grateful.
-Keep an optimistic outlook and think about things you are looking forward to in the future.
-Build a future focus and determine your pathway to get there.
-Build resiliency by being flexible, adaptable and adjusting during unpredictable times. Think of those times and circumstances as being a learning experience or a challenge instead of difficult or a problem.
-Keep your perspective by looking at things in a broader context.
-Make connections with other people. Be open to assisting others and accepting help and support when needed.

Always remember that the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing thoughts of su***de. Learn important information about helping others, recognizing warning signs, and available resources about su***de prevention on the HHSC Su***de Prevention webpage: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services/su***de-prevention

Official website for the State of Texas Health & Human Services Commission

10/28/2020

We are excited to announce that her peers have voted and Dr. Reid has been recognized as one of D Magazines “Best Doctors in Dallas” in the November 2020 issue that hit news stands yesterday.
Congratulations to Dr. Reid and the staff of North Texas Child Psychiatry!

08/11/2020

Congratulations to Dr. Reid and North Texas Child Psychiatry! We have been recognized by DFW Child readers as a 2020 Mom Approved Health Professional.
This Mom Approved title, means a patient/ or patients have indicated that they trust our care and want to refer other moms in the area.
There is no better honor then to receive word of mouth referrals from our patients. Thank you!

05/14/2020

Learning to adjust and cope with changes the current pandemic has caused has been difficult for us all! However, imagine you didn't have or know the words to express how you are feeling and you could be easily overwhelmed. When kids are overwhelmed they may cry, get mad or act out because they don't like how the negative emotions feel. When we validate what our loved ones are feeling, it fosters connection, intimacy and safety.
Here are some simple phrases which make space for uncomfortable feelings.

03/18/2020

Need some guidance on talking to your kids about the coronavirus? Please check out the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists handout on suggestions about how to do so.

https://www.aacap.org/App_Themes/AACAP/Docs/latest_news/2020/Coronavirus_COVID19__Children.pdf?utm_source=Informz&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Annual%20Meeting

03/12/2020

As the information around Coronavirus continues to evolve it has become evident that we should all do our part to help prevent the spread of the illness by practicing social distancing and staying at home when possible. I have changed my practice policies for the coming weeks to the use of telemed (video conference) sessions. I will not be coming into the office and likewise want you to be able to stay home. I am currently implementing this for remainder of March 2020 and will make updates as needed.

If you have an upcoming appointment with me and have not already received an email from me with meeting link please contact our office.

This is a time to support each other to stay healthy, both emotionally and physically and we want to be able to honor everyone's appointments to the best of our ability.

01/17/2020

Your children's teachers insist they are as lovely as can be during the school day—but that's not what you're experiencing when 3 o'clock rolls around. They don't have split personalities, they're just experiencing something called “after-school restraint collapse." And, according to experts, it...

10/10/2019

We often get asked what to do with unused prescription medications. On 10/26 you can take these unused or expired medications to many spots all over the county for appropriate disposal.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: COLLIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TAKING BACK UNWANTED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS ON OCTOBER 26 AT 4300 COMMUNITY AVENUE, MCKINNEY, TX 75071

McKinney, Texas – On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Collin County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 18th opportunity in nine years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to the Sheriff’s Office at 4300 Community Avenue, McKinney, TX 75071. (We cannot accept liquids, needles/sharps, or inhalers/aerosols, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

Last fall Americans turned in nearly 469 tons (more than 937,000 pounds) of prescription drugs at nearly 6,300 sites operated by the DEA and almost 5,000 of its state and local law enforcement partners. Overall, in its 17 previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners have taken in more than 11.8 million pounds—approximately 5,900 tons—of pills.

This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the United States are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. The substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows year after year that the majority of misused and abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including someone else’s medication being stolen from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines—flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash—both pose potential safety and health hazards.

For more information about the disposal of prescription drugs or about the October 26 Take Back Day event, go to www.DEATakeBack.com or contact us directly at (972) 547-5100.

Attached is an image of all location sites in Collin County or go to https://apps.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/SEARCH-NTBI

09/30/2019

We are thrilled to announce that peers have voted and Dr. Reid has been recognized as one of D Magazines “Best Doctors in Dallas” in the October 2019 issue. This is the third time Dr. Reid has received this recognition. Please help us congratulate Dr. Reid!

09/21/2019

Nine ways to get your child with ADHD to the starting line — and to finally cross over the finish line of assignments, goals, and day-to-day tasks.

09/21/2019

Does your child return home from school mentally exhausted, physically edgy, and starving — all at the same time her ADHD meds are wearing off? Here are ADHD expert Terry Matlen’s afternoon m…