What is an Oral Food Challenge? Oral food challenges are a diagnostic tool that allergists use to test for food allergies. Very simply, the patient consumes some of a potential food allergen under the supervision of a Board Certified Allergist. This allows the allergist to test for food allergies reliably and safely. Blood and skin […]
Watch the video above to learn from Dr. Fawn McNeil-Haber about why strategizing with a Child/Teen Therapist can really up your parenting game. Then, read more below to learn how to get started with a New Jersey therapist. 6 Reasons Why You Should Meet with a Parent Coach and/or Child Psychologist As a parent, you […]
Anxiety can make it difficult to form close relationships. Especially romantic ones. All across the nation, women and anxiety fight daily battles with one other. Unsurprisingly, trying to conquer an unseen force like anxiety can be very tricky. At times, too tricky. Anxiety can eat away at a relationship. Often crushing the trust and connection between […]
College students have gotten the short end of the stick in 2020. This is NOT what you signed up for. College at home. Virtual classes. Inaccessible professors. Confused colleagues. No freedom. No dorm life. Your internships and study abroad are on hold. And it’s just too much to deal with! We get it. You expected […]
Being a single parent is no joke. It’s not for the faint of heart. But, it’s the hardest, and most rewarding job you’ll ever have. If you’re a single parent, you are a true superhero. You’ve heard all of that before. Whether a single parent by choice or chance, you’ve been told a lot of […]
Checking. Counting. Handwashing. Turning lights on and off. Locking and unlocking a door. These are the behaviors and images that are conjured up when people think about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). However, while exhibiting these behaviors may make it easier to identify OCD, there are a variety of signs and symptoms people are not […]
As a parent, you inevitably come across moments where you’re not sure what your next step is. Your preschooler’s tantrums are beginning to break the hour mark. A discussion with your middle schooler has resulted in an upheaval of yelling for the 12th time. You’re worried about the crowd your teen is hanging out with […]
10 Strategies to Manage the Anxiety of an Upcoming Oral Food Challenge Learn more about our Food Allergy Services Contact us for a free video consultation. (908) 242-3634 or Connect Now Thinking about food allergy anxiety therapy in New Jersey? Brave Minds Psychological Services helps children, teens, and families overcome severe anxiety, stress, and painful […]
So your kid has made a bunch of new “friends” in middle school. Maybe they just started high school and they are hanging out with a new group. A few of them are raising some red flags for you. Poor grades. Detention. Some of your child’s stories make you cringe. Suddenly you find yourself pointing […]
Online therapy has many unique advantages. Being in your own environment can create the opportunity for greater comfort. You have control over how you set up your space and prepare for the session. In addition, many people express more openness behind their camera. You too can make the most of the online experience. Here are […]