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Small Brooklyn Psychology is a group practice of experienced psychologists and neuropsychologists who offer evidence-based therapy and neuropsychological assessment to people of all ages.
10/09/2025
With new phone bans in schools, bestselling books like The Anxious Generation, and growing concerns from mental health experts, the effects of screens and social media on developing kid & teen brains are under more scrutiny than ever. Experts like Jonathan Haidt (The Anxious Generation), Jean Twenge (iGen, 10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World), and Children and Screens Institute have recommended reduced exposure, but parents are left trying to reset habits at home—often facing strong pushback and big emotions from kids.
In this webinar, Dr. Rebecca Abbott-Sinclair of Small Brooklyn Psychology will share clear, practical strategies for navigating these challenges. You’ll learn how to manage kids’ emotional reactions, ease your own worries, and set healthy boundaries around screen time. Dr. Abbott-Sinclair will offer guiding principles and real-life examples to help you feel more confident and calm in tackling screen-time struggles. She’ll also participate in a Q&A session with participants, moderated by Dr. Mandi White-Ajmani.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
12:30 – 1:30 PM
This webinar is held in partnership with Park Slope Parents! Registration is free for PSP members and $25 for non-members.
Any registrants who are unable to attend the webinar live will receive the recording afterward.
10/07/2025
Our October Book of the Month is Free-Range Kids by Lenore Skenazy!
Recommended by Dr. Rebecca Abbott-Sinclair, PhD, a specialist in child and parental anxiety, Free Range Kids by Lenore Skenazy is a smart, empowering antidote to today’s culture of parental fear.
Dr. Rebecca says:
"After being labeled “America’s Worst Mom” for letting her 9-year-old ride the NYC subway alone, Skenazy sparked a movement that has influenced leaders like Jonathan Haidt (The Anxious Generation), Camilo Ortiz (Independence-Focused Therapy), and Jean Twenge (iGen).
With humor and practical advice, this book helps parents take small, meaningful steps toward raising confident, independent kids—while learning to manage their own anxieties along the way. It's a must-read for families seeking freedom from fear. Beyond practical strategies, it offers a reassuring perspective grounded in psychology: when parents step back, children gain resilience, competence, and courage, while parents themselves often feel more calm, capable, and connected. The result is a healthier family dynamic where independence and trust replace worry and control."
09/04/2025
Here we are, September again! For this month's Book of the Month, Dr. Megan Moxey recommends My Body Sends a Signal, written by Natalia Maguire and illustrated by Anastasia Zababashkina.
Dr. Megan says:
My Body Sends a Signal is a beautifully illustrated book that helps children ages 3–7 connect the signals their bodies give (such as a racing heart, tight tummy, or fidgety hands) to the emotions they’re experiencing. Through short stories, calming strategies, and hands-on activities such as emotion cards and coloring pages, kids learn to recognize, name, and manage their feelings in healthy ways. It’s a wonderful tool for parents to spark conversations about emotions and support their child’s self-regulation and empathy at home. While reading this book together, parents can pause to ask their children if they’ve ever felt their body send the same signal as the character in the story. This helps them make personal connections and practice putting words to their feelings.
Here are some tips that parents can use to help their children better understand and express their emotions:
Tip #1: Create a “feelings check-in” time each day (like before bed or after school). Ask, “What signal did your body send you today?” and help your child connect it to a feeling word.
Tip #2: When your child shows a strong emotion, gently remind them: “What is your body telling you right now?” This builds awareness in the moment and gives them a chance to practice calming strategies from the book.
Tip #3: Use the emotion cards or coloring pages from the book as a fun family activity. Take turns picking a feeling and acting it out, this helps kids recognize emotions in themselves and others.
Tip #4: Model it yourself! Share your own body signals out loud, like, “My shoulders feel tight, so I think I’m a little stressed. I’m going to take some deep breaths.” Kids learn best by seeing you do it too.
08/06/2025
For our August Book of the Month, therapist Maddy Clark, LCSW recommends The Way of Play by Tina Payne Bryson and Georgie Wisen-Vincent.
Maddy says: "Play is the way that children communicate, but it can be really challenging for parents to engage in play. So many times in coaching sessions, I have to remind parents to sit down on the floor, pick up a toy, etc. And that's really normal! We're not used to playing, and most of us haven't had to do it in a long while! But Dr. Tina Payne Bryson's book, The Way of Play, helps break down some tangible strategies for how to engage children in their language of play while also providing research-based rationale for the skills. She does a good job explaining the power of play, parenting, and positivity. A strong and intentional parent-child relationship is the crucial foundation for so much of the hard work that we do as therapists with our amazing families, and this book helps guide the way for that. Plus, the illustrations are super cute!"
07/01/2025
For our July Book of the Month, Dr. Amira Hanna recommends The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. & Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.
Dr. Amira says:
"If you’ve ever felt confused or frustrated by your child’s behavior, this book will help you make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. It breaks down the science of how a child’s brain develops and shows you how to respond to challenging moments in ways that support emotional growth and long-term resilience. Using simple explanations and real-life examples, it gives you 12 practical strategies to help your child manage emotions, build resilience, and develop a more connected, balanced brain. With clear explanations and practical tools, it empowers you to parent with more confidence, patience, and connection."
06/02/2025
Happy June, and Happy Pride Month! For our June book of the month, our therapist Cecilia Barbosa, LCSW recommends Self-Care for Autistic People by Dr.Megan Anna Neff.
Cecilia says: "Self-Care for Autistic People, 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask! written by Dr. Megan Anna Neff, provides a clear and accessible road map to taking care of yourself as an Autistic person. As a late diagnosed Autistic woman, psychologist and parent of two neurodivergent children, Dr. Neff offers deep insight into several helpful entry points for self-care that make a real difference when managing everyday life in a landscape largely designed for needs other than Autistic ones.
By exploring specific areas such as Sensory Safety, Physical, Emotional, Social, Mental and Professional Self-Care, this book addresses areas of real importance to maintaining balance and well-being for Autistic people in a way that is concise, direct and pragmatic. People of all ages can benefit from learning from Dr. Neff, who lays out a foundation for Autistic well being that supports growth and connection first to self, then to other living beings and experiences, in ways that Autistic people of all ages need to thrive. Dr. Neff manages to offer ideas and tools for self-care in a manner that is respectful and compassionate without feeling like yet another demand!
Dr. Neff's work can also be found on her podcast, Divergent Conversations, which she co-hosts with clinician Patrick Casale https://www.divergentpod.com/
In addition, Dr. Neff's extensive website offers a wealth of free, research based, neuro-affirming psychoeducation supported by her graphic arts talent, Neurodivergent Insights https://neurodivergentinsights.com/"
05/13/2025
Last week, we welcomed about 85 professionals from many disciplines to Small Brooklyn Psychology. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and to meet so many new ones––thanks to everyone who braved the rain to join us!
05/02/2025
Dr. Nav Gill recommends Atomic Habits by James Clear for May's Book of the Month! Dr. Nav says: "As a neuropsychologist, I often see how deeply our habits shape not only our behavior but also the structure and function of the brain. Atomic Habits by James Clear offers an evidence-based, practical guide to understanding and reshaping these habits in a way that aligns beautifully with how our brains work. The book breaks down complex psychological principles—like habit loops, cue-response-reward cycles, and neuroplasticity—into accessible strategies that truly empower long-term change. I recommend it to anyone looking to make meaningful, lasting improvements in their lives, grounded in both neuroscience and real-world application."
04/30/2025
Small Brooklyn's webinar with
Wed, May 7, 12-1 pm
Recording will be available
Many parents turn to individual therapy when their child struggles with anxiety, ADHD, or behavioral challenges—but parent-focused treatments are often more effective. In this webinar, Maddy Clark, LCSW will introduce evidence-based, parent interventions that directly improve kids’ mental health.
She’ll explore treatment options for various child difficulties––including Parent Management Training (PMT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)—and discuss why these approaches often outperform traditional individual therapy for externalizing behaviors and anxiety. Through real-life case scenarios, you’ll learn when and how parent involvement is the key to success.
Maddy will end with a live Q&A, moderated by Dr. Mandi White-Ajmani, with questions from participants.
This webinar is held in partnership with Park Slope Parents! Registration is free for PSP members and $25 for non-members.
04/01/2025
Small Brooklyn's Book of the Month for April––"Sincerely, Your Autistic Child" edited by Emily Paige Ballou, Sharon daVanport, and Morenike Giwa Onaiwu––comes from Dr. Caroline Carberry! Dr. Caroline says:
"Sincerely, Your Autistic Child" is a heartfelt collection of essays offering insights into understanding and supporting autistic children. Written by various autistic advocates, the book shares personal experiences of growing up and provides valuable advice for parents and families.
This book showcases diverse perspectives within the autistic community, especially those of autistic women. It's a great read for parents, caregivers, and anyone looking to better support and advocate for autistic children, and to foster more inclusive communities!
03/06/2025
Our March Book of the Month is The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, recommended by Dr. Olga Fuller (happy birthday, Dr. Olga!!). Olga says:
"The Let Them Theory has recently gained significant popularity across podcasts, talk shows, and social media—and for good reason, in my opinion. This book takes one of my favorite concepts from Stoic philosophy: acceptance—also called Radical Acceptance in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—and presents it in a clear, compelling, and accessible way. The Let Them Theory can be applied to various aspects of life, from relationships and careers to, perhaps most impactfully, one’s self-efficacy, self-concept, and personal growth. My favorite part of this book is the concept of "let me." “Let me” suggests that once we accept others and their behaviors without struggling to change them (an impossible endeavor unless they are open to changing themselves), we can focus on our own agency and power to change our actions and mindset. This gives us the freedom to create a life aligned with our values, regardless of how others behave. I found this book incredibly empowering and have been referencing it frequently. I highly recommend it!"
02/10/2025
At our team meeting today, Yarlene (our amazing Practice Manager) surprised us with a cake and the news that we had just reserved our 1000th evaluation. WOW!! We all dove in too fast for a before picture. 😂
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Small Brooklyn Psychology is a team of psychologists who strive to help people learn deep, dynamic, and actionable information about themselves and then use that information to make the changes and achieve the growth they want to see in their lives. We work with people of all ages, all cultures, all identities, and all histories, who might be struggling with all kinds of problems. We know that there’s no need to go to Manhattan for good treatment when high-quality services are here for you, in Brooklyn.
We are scientifically minded: We know the best research-backed practices for psychological and neuropsychological treatment, and we are well-trained to use them. We are also individually focused: We know how and when the best research-backed practices might or might not work for you and your family right now, in this moment. Our depth of experience means we can adapt mindfully and nimbly, providing the best services for you, as you need them.
We offer neuropsychological assessment for people from 12 months through older adulthood. We take a very comprehensive and thorough approach, where we collect as much data from as many different sources as we can, to form a full 360° picture of who someone is, with all their interconnected pieces. We understand that everyone has unique strengths, weaknesses, and idiosyncrasies that interact in a dynamic system to make them who they are today. We will communicate that information to you in a very clear and accessible way. If diagnoses are needed, we will make them, but we’re also focused on how you can use this information in real-world ways to bring about change.
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When you’re ready to make steps toward change, we also offer several different kinds of therapy, for children, adolescents, and adults, in individual, group, parenting, and family sessions. Our therapists are well-trained in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients learn about the thoughts and feelings that underlie their behaviors. CBT and its variants are very effective for treating many kinds of problems.
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If you’re not sure how to get started, we can work with you in shorter-term consultation sessions. Consultation is designed to be 1-3 sessions to gather information from you, make general recommendations, and point you in the direction of the best kinds of help. It can be hard to know what’s worth worrying about, where to turn for help, and how to prioritize services. We use these sessions to get you started on the right path. We can also provide a second opinion about previously given advice or data, provide trainings to schools or corporations, and speak to researchers and the media about various issues.
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