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Dr. Laura's Meaningful Psychological Services
Online Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Christian Counseling, CBIT, ERP, CBT-I, Behavior Consultation, Independence Focused Treatment for Childhood Anxiety
Treatment for Anxiety, OCD, and Insomnia
Laura Van Schaick-Harman, Psy.D., BC-TMH
Building Bridges with The Good Place
I love it when our mainstream entertainment teaches good lessons. Check out this interesting https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/ite...
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Oct 23, 20191 min read
Starting School For Parents and Kids
My oldest started Kindergarten earlier this month. While I have seen many families make this transition professionally, going through it...
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Sep 24, 20191 min read
When to Worry About Your Child's Worry
Will you pick me up on time? Can I sleep in your bed? Am I going to get sick from touching that? Are monsters real? Do I have to go to...
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Aug 19, 20191 min read
Do You Have Weeds in Your Life?
We have weeds. Big, thick, and tall weeds. I have tried mulch, landscape fabric, and sprays, and it helps a good amount. This year, I...
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Jul 22, 20191 min read
The Secret Life of Pets 2
Do you believe the world is a terrible and frightening place? Are you nervous each time you go to a new place? Do you stress when your...
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Jun 24, 20191 min read
The Importance of Play
Play is so vital and important for both children and adults. For several years in my practice, I have observed many families rushing from...
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May 22, 20191 min read
Whole Child Learning
Yes, just yes! This month, I am sharing a presentation by Dr. Hynes, Superintendent of Schools in Patchogue-Medford. This talk provides...
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Apr 22, 20191 min read
Reassurance Seeking
Reassurance seeking is a common anxiety symptom that both children and adults exhibit. When we feel anxious, it is a generally...
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Mar 27, 20192 min read
Sesame Street
Sunny days, sweeping the clouds away. Gosh, I really like Sesame Street. Maybe it’s the Nostalgia of familiar songs...
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Jan 17, 20191 min read
Let Your Heart Be Light
Let your heart be light. What do you think of when you hear this? If you didn’t recognize this phrase, this is a song lyric in a popular...
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Dec 17, 20181 min read
Be Thankful
Happy fall to all! I hope you have taken the time to notice the beautiful and varying colors around you during this harvest season. As we...
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Nov 15, 20181 min read
What Would Someone You Admire Do?
This month, I am sharing a podcast with Dr. Samantha Boardman, a psychiatrist who specializes in the use of positive psychology and has...
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Oct 15, 20181 min read
Screen Time
The question of how much time children and teens should be spending on screens is a common concern for parents. We live in a technology...
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Sep 18, 20181 min read
Lessons from Winnie the Pooh
If you’re ever in need of a pick-me-up, you may find one in the stories of Christopher Robin and the Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. We...
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Aug 19, 20181 min read
The Days are Long
Happy July! This post totally snuck up on me. I can’t believe how quickly time can pass, especially as a parent. Â I remember reading...
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Jul 17, 20181 min read
It's a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood. Did you know that Mr. Rogers has had an impact on childhood development for over 40 years? I am...
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Jun 18, 20181 min read
Our Struggles Can Be Beautiful
On most of our walks as the season changed from winter to spring, my oldest son pointed out that the leaves are "trying to grow" in the...
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May 21, 20181 min read
Can You Escape in Time?
Picture this: You are locked in a room with no windows and can't get out until you solve a series of challenging clues, riddles, or...
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Apr 11, 20182 min read
Everything is Fine
"Everything is fine." How many of us hope for everything to be fine? The TV series The Good Place invites us in with this phrase right...
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Mar 20, 20181 min read
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