Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy The Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy provides therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults

Routines reduce anxiety and decision fatigue for both kids and parents. Make it visible. Make it doable. Make it consist...
09/26/2025

Routines reduce anxiety and decision fatigue for both kids and parents. Make it visible. Make it doable. Make it consistent.

The "Sunday Scaries" hit hard in September. Kids may feel anxious about starting another week at school, which can incre...
09/25/2025

The "Sunday Scaries" hit hard in September. Kids may feel anxious about starting another week at school, which can increase worrying and distress. By practicing strategies like these with your child, you can normalize their feelings, add predictability to the week ahead, and help lower the stakes.

Homework isn’t just about getting it done—it’s an opportunity to teach structure, persistence, and self-regulation. With...
09/19/2025

Homework isn’t just about getting it done—it’s an opportunity to teach structure, persistence, and self-regulation. With some scaffolding and a calm approach, you’re helping build habits that last. Want more strategies that make parenting easier? Connect with us today and see how CBT tools can support your family.

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Kids spend all day navigating rules, expectations, and social interactions—often holding in big feelings. When they fina...
09/17/2025

Kids spend all day navigating rules, expectations, and social interactions—often holding in big feelings. When they finally get to their safe space (home), often everything just spills out.
Instead of jumping straight into homework or chores, try giving them time to rest, reset, and reconnect with you first.

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September is a transition month. Meltdowns, anxiety, clinginess, resistance—all normal. Transitions take time. Your chil...
09/12/2025

September is a transition month. Meltdowns, anxiety, clinginess, resistance—all normal. Transitions take time. Your child (and you!) are doing your best to adjust. Let it be messy for a bit before you change up the routine.

That week between camp and school. 😶
08/20/2025

That week between camp and school. 😶

The first weeks of school can feel like a whirlwind—new teachers, early wake-ups, emotional meltdowns. You’re not doing ...
08/18/2025

The first weeks of school can feel like a whirlwind—new teachers, early wake-ups, emotional meltdowns. You’re not doing anything wrong. Change is bumpy before it gets smooth.
Your child (and your nervous system!) will adjust in time.
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org | 📞 (732) 994-3456 x0

08/15/2025

Rising Senior? Here’s How to Start Smart
Senior year can feel like a pressure cooker. Start slow. Build in balance. You’re more than your GPA or Common App.
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org | 📞 (732) 994-3456 x0

Sending Your Teen to College? Read This First.College is a huge step for your child—and for you. 💛It’s okay to feel prou...
08/13/2025

Sending Your Teen to College? Read This First.
College is a huge step for your child—and for you. 💛
It’s okay to feel proud and scared. Try focusing less on fixing and more on empowering their independence.
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org | 📞 (732) 994-3456 x0

✨ New on the Blog! ✨Parenting Without the Power Struggle: 5 Steps for Effective Instruction DeliveryTired of repeating y...
08/08/2025

✨ New on the Blog! ✨
Parenting Without the Power Struggle: 5 Steps for Effective Instruction Delivery
Tired of repeating yourself? Feeling like every request turns into a battle? You’re not alone — and the good news is, there is a better way.
This month’s blog breaks down 5 clear, effective steps for delivering instructions that actually work — reducing conflict and helping your child feel more empowered and cooperative.
Whether you're parenting a strong-willed toddler or a teen testing limits, these strategies are grounded in evidence-based practices and easy to implement at home.
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org | 📞 (732) 994-3456 x0
🧠 Read the full blog here: https://centerforcbt.org/2025/08/04/parenting-instructions-5-steps/

July 🏠 When Your High School Grad Still Lives at Home: Balancing Independence & Boundaries🎓 “I’m an adult now!” Your tee...
07/30/2025

July 🏠 When Your High School Grad Still Lives at Home: Balancing Independence & Boundaries
🎓 “I’m an adult now!”
Your teen may be newly graduated—but if they’re still living at home, it might be time to reset the family dynamic.
Post-grad life brings big identity shifts. Teens are craving more independence, but they still rely on family support. That’s why it’s so important to have open, respectful conversations about curfews, chores, and household expectations. 💬
Try framing it as a team effort:
✨ “Let’s figure out what adulthood looks like while you’re still here at home.”
Give space where you can—but don’t disappear. Respecting your teen’s autonomy doesn’t mean removing structure. In fact, healthy boundaries are key to helping them step into adulthood with confidence. 💙 Letting go doesn’t mean disconnecting—it means staying connected in a new way.
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org
📞 (732) 994-3456 x0

07/28/2025

🖐️💚 Struggling with skin picking or hair pulling?
You’re not alone—and there are ways to cope. In our latest post, we’re sharing 4 simple tips to help interrupt the urge and protect your skin. From tracking your triggers to using cold sensations, these small changes can make a big difference. 💡
Healing takes time, and support matters. If you're feeling stuck, we’re here to help. 💙
📍 Serving families in East Brunswick, NJ, with telehealth options available!
📧 info@centerforcbt.org
📞 (732) 994-3456 x0

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190 Route 18 North, Suite 203
East Brunswick, NJ
08816

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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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