Anna McDonald

What makes your life worth living? It is a question that might feel heavy at first, but it is actually one of the most hopeful questions a person can sit with. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, invites every participant to answer it. Originally developed to support individuals experiencing personality disorders or significant suicidal ideation, DBT has since expanded to serve a wide range of people facing all kinds of struggles. At its core, it is a skills-based approach that helps...

Is your child coming home from school short-tempered, needing to be reminded of instructions multiple times? Does he or she experience intense "big feelings" but cannot find the words to explain why? Perhaps school avoidance, disruptive behaviors, or physical complaints like stomachaches are keeping your child from engaging with others and enjoying daily life. These signs of emotional distress - along with mental health diagnoses or traumatic experiences - may qualify your child for...