Benefits of extended therapy sessions
Kristen Jones Kristen Jones

Benefits of extended therapy sessions

Discover how 90-minute EMDR sessions provide faster relief for teens facing anxiety and school stress. Learn how intensive sessions allow for deeper processing, build resilience, and help teens tackle challenges with confidence.

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Anxiety or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
Kristen Jones Kristen Jones

Anxiety or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?

Is it anxiety or oppositional behavior that’s driving your child’s reactions? Many parents find it challenging to tell the difference, especially when similar behaviors—like avoiding tasks, pushing back against rules, or having emotional outbursts—show up in both. While anxiety is often driven by worry or fear, oppositional behaviors come from a need for control or a reaction to limits being set. Understanding this distinction can make a big difference in how you respond and support your child.

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Building Confidence in Anxious Children
Kristen Jones Kristen Jones

Building Confidence in Anxious Children

Children with anxiety often avoid trying new things because they’re afraid of failure or embarrassment, which can limit their growth and self-confidence. As a parent, it can be tough to watch them struggle with these fears, but by offering support and encouragement, you can help them take small steps outside their comfort zone. In this post, we’ll explore why children avoid new experiences and provide practical tips for helping your child build confidence and overcome anxiety.

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The Science Behind EMDR
Kristen Jones Kristen Jones

The Science Behind EMDR

Explore how EMDR therapy helps children in New Jersey and Vermont overcome anxiety, trauma, and emotional distress. At Hanisch Counseling Services, our EMDR sessions are designed to reprocess troubling memories, reduce anxiety, and improve mental health. With EMDR, your child can build lasting resilience, better emotional regulation, and healthier coping skills. Contact us today to learn more or schedule a consultation for effective EMDR therapy for children.

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Overwhelming Need for Approval
Kristen Jones Kristen Jones

Overwhelming Need for Approval

Is your teen constantly seeking approval from others? Learn how this need for validation can impact their self-esteem and lead to anxiety. At Hanisch Counseling Services in New Jersey and Vermont, we help teens break the cycle of external validation and build lasting confidence through expert therapy approaches like CBT and EMDR. Discover practical ways to support your teen’s mental health and self-worth.

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