In Step | Cathi Cohen

09/04/2025

Hope to see more of these!

The unique neuro-inclusive housing project is a public/private partnership between a parent-led nonprofit and a university autism center that will offer on-site support services in a walkable community.

07/24/2025

Saying Sorry! It is harder than we realize. Here are some tips to help.

Apologizing is not easy—even for adults. Learning to apologize means holding the awareness of two things simultaneously— the experience of the person we hurt

06/24/2025

Is my child struggling with undiagnosed anxiety and what can I do to help?

If you visit her at home you would never guess that Sarah has Selective Mutism. She’s bubbly and talkative and interacts with her siblings and parents like any other five-year-old. But as soon as…

06/17/2025

A way to reframe fears & manage anxiety. How our groups help kids practice skills.

When we talk to parents about the work we do in group, and individually, they often ask us what we are doing specifically to help their child cope with the struggles they face everyday.

06/12/2025

Self-doubt as a parent? It comes with the territory. If this sounds familiar, take heart.

Do you feel guilty about the way you parent? Do you constantly ask yourself questions like, “Why can’t I handle my child’s behavior differently?”, “What am I doing wrong that my child behaves like…

06/05/2025

Making sense of IEP's!

06/04/2025

Today's news cycle can be a source of additional stress for our kids.
https://insteppc.com/the-impact-of-news-on-kids/

05/28/2025

Thanks for the Raise Your Parent IQ shout out, Dr. Kass!

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05/22/2025

Wow! Groups, groups and more groups.
An initial evaluation will identify the best group for your needs.

We are here for you!

05/14/2025

Top Reasons Why Group Therapy Works

1. Group therapy helps children gain a feeling of acceptance from their peers that they may commonly not receive
2. Group therapy improves a child’s self-esteem
3. Children get to “role play” the lessons they learn in groups with their peers
4. Children learn techniques to help them self-regulate their emotions
5. In Group Therapy, children realize that there are other children working through emotional challenges just like them

At In Step, our therapists have the proper training and education to oversee a group therapy session. We understand the benefits of group therapy and work with each child to help them achieve their goals and develop social skills.

04/28/2025

Raise Your Parenting IQ is a hands-on workbook designed to equip parents with practical strategies, straightforward action plans, and engaging exercises that address real-world parenting challenges. At its core, this guide emphasizes the importance of self-reflection—encouraging you to look inward and assess your own strengths and growth areas as a parent. Raise Your Parenting IQ provides a clear, supportive framework that starts with where you are now and guides you through a process of developing effective, confident parenting practices.

Within these pages, you’ll learn how to stay connected to your child, foster resilience, and maintain your own sense of calm and clarity. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just looking to grow, this workbook helps you move from “I’ve had it!” to “I’ve got this.”

04/22/2025

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward? Individual therapy at In Step is designed to help you navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop the tools you need to thrive. Our licensed clinicians offer expert treatment using evidence-based therapy as well as psychodynamic, interpersonal and process-oriented approaches. We would be happy to support you with:

Stress and Anxiety – Managing overwhelming emotions, persistent worry, and stress-related challenges.
Depression – Addressing symptoms such as persistent sadness, hopelessness, and lack of motivation.
Relationship Challenges – Navigating difficulties in relationships with romantic partners, family members, friends, or colleagues.
Life Transitions – Coping with significant changes such as divorce, relocation, retirement, or becoming a parent.
Trauma – Processing and healing from past traumatic experiences.
Self-Esteem and Identity – Exploring issues related to self-worth, confidence, life purpose, and personal, gender, or sexual identity.
Grief and Loss – Working through the emotional impact of losing a loved one or experiencing significant loss.
Anger Management – Developing healthy ways to understand and manage anger.
Personal Growth – Engaging in therapy for self-exploration, emotional development, and building a more fulfilling lifestyle—even in the absence of a specific crisis.

Whether you're seeking healing, growth, or clarity, we're here to walk alongside you on your journey. Please contact our In Step administrative team at admin@insteppc.com, visit our website or call (703) 876-8480 to schedule your individual therapy session today!