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08/27/2025

DBT for Teens: A Path from Struggle to Strength 💛
Learn How Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) can help struggling teens https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-teens-through-connection/202508/how-dialectical-behavior-therapy-helps-struggling

Adolescence can be emotionally intense—and without the right tools, some teens may turn to self-harm, feel trapped by suicidal thoughts, or act out in harmful ways. That’s where Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A) shines.

DBT-A is a proven, structured therapy that blends individual sessions, group skills training, and family involvement. Teens learn practical tools like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Even more powerful? Parents learn alongside them—bringing support and change right into the home.

I’ve seen DBT work miracles: guiding teens from despair to connection, from reactive behavior to meaningful coping—and building bonds that last. If you know a teen navigating tough times, DBT-A might be a beacon of hope.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with adolescents is an effective treatment for transforming chronic crisis behaviors into skillful coping to promote a life worth living.

08/13/2025

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Two great new quick reads!

08/11/2025

💬 Teens helping teens can be a game-changer for mental health. New PT blog 🔗 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-teens-through-connection/202508/how-teens-help-teens ]

Friendships in adolescence are more than just social time—they teach trust, empathy, conflict resolution, and give teens a vital sense of belonging. Sometimes, the most healing support comes from peers who truly get it.

That’s why programs like Teen Line are so powerful—trained teen volunteers, backed by mental health professionals, offering a safe space to listen without judgment.

Parents and caring adults can make a big difference by valuing teen friendships, offering space for connection, and sharing resources like Teen Line.

Let’s lift up the connections that heal. 💙

Beyond the headlines about bullying, teen relationships more often boost emotional resilience, teach life skills, and even provide crisis support.

08/10/2025

Masking. Passing. Covering.

These aren’t just words — they’re lived realities for many autistic teens, especially those whose traits are subtle or who are diagnosed later. Read the August What Works With Teens newsletter https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Masking—Passing—and-Covering-in-Subtle-Autism.html?soid=1114009452175&aid=L3Hggd1_7MM and subscribe https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001_PHiFcqOoa3fozexeP1HSyNWVkE09KStMzqX-_LzPxjlTyYGKEfhw1s6Ccx45HbIUv7R8VL0mGI4kMRSZ97SPPaCdFhLoIzkSSZnbW8YFD7QF7wbuj9X95LumZly1PETSrVMsUEgvFtP9Ez9k4F0SjPmvlkq0Yiy7bn1TvHMkVs%3D

08/10/2025

Masking, Passing, and Covering in Subtle Autism: https://campaignlp.constantcontact.com/em/1114009452175/50dc1685-8fc4-4d4b-bc01-27cce23e4c81
Our What Works With Teens monthly newsletter is out. Important info for supporting subscribe and share! https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001_PHiFcqOoa3fozexeP1HSyNWVkE09KStMzqX-_LzPxjlTyYGKEfhw1s6Ccx45HbIUv7R8VL0mGI4kMRSZ97SPPaCdFhLoIzkSSZnbW8YFD7QF7wbuj9X95LumZly1PETSrVMsUEgvFtP9Ez9k4F0SjPmvlkq0Yiy7bn1TvHMkVs%3D

07/02/2025

06/30/2025

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month may be over, but our LGBTQ+ youth need affirmation, advocacy, and allyship all year long.

In my latest blog for Psychology Today, I explore why ongoing connection, visibility, and inclusive practices are essential in supporting the mental health and well-being of LGBTQ+ adolescents—at home, in schools, and in our communities.

Let’s keep showing up with compassion, courage, and consistency. 🌈💬
📖 Read the full post here and SHARE this Call to Action:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-teens-through-connection/202506/keep-pride-alive-year-round
Psychology Today

Three keys to supporting authenticity in LGBTQ+ and all youth to promote mental health and well-being.

06/19/2025

Podcast Episode · Anxiety Matters · 06/12/2025 · 46m

01/02/2025

Happy New Year Wishes from JBA!

Wishes for a 2025 filled with ...

11/04/2024

WWWT November Newsletter: Helping Teens Navigate an Uncertain Future https://wix.to/moYWHJL
Uncertainty is a fact of life. We need these skills in the coming week, though they are important life skills for teens as they develop their identity and find their place in the world.

Tips For Working With and Parenting Teens!

10/29/2024

Welcome to Our Newest Associate at JBA!

Rori Kochman, LCSW-C Rori brings over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups in a variety of settings. She has particular expertise in treating adults at every life stage with co-occuring health and mental health needs, including a history of challenges with eating dis...

10/17/2024

I hope this video from the Office of Juvinile Justice and Delinquency Prevention will be a valued resource for anyone working with youth to and support The United States Department of Justice CDC

This microlearning, presented by Julie Baron, focuses on understanding and effectively addressing bullying among youth. Ms. Baron, a Licensed Clinical Social...