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Curious if group therapy for kids could help your child feel less alone, more confident, and better supported? In this Q and A, Dr. Sarah Bren and Dr. Emily Upshur explain what really happens in sessions, how group leaders keep kids safe, and how to tell if it is a good fit.

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367. Q&A: How to know if group therapy would be a good fit for my child?

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366. Breath-holding spells in children: What’s normal, what’s not, and how to stay calm with pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman

Young child crying hard outdoors with tears streaming down their face.

Pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman joins Dr. Sarah Bren to unpack breath holding spells, those terrifying moments when a child cries, turns blue or pale, and may briefly pass out. Learn what is happening in the body, how to keep your child safe, and when to seek medical help.

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365. Q&A: How do I start making meaningful holiday traditions with my kids when all they want is presents?

Parents and child decorating a lit Christmas tree together in a cozy home.

Meaningful holiday traditions with kids do not have to be elaborate or Pinterest perfect. In this Beyond the Sessions Q and A, Dr. Sarah Bren, Dr. Emily Upshur, and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg help parents balance gifts with connection, lower expectations, and find simple rituals that feel joyful instead of exhausting.

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364. The psychology of autonomy and growth: Building stress tolerance, confidence, and motivation with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson

Toddler with arms raised toward a caregiver, showing energy, confidence, and a desire for connection.

In this expert interview, neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud and tutor coach Ned Johnson join Dr. Sarah Bren to show how a child’s sense of control is key to building stress tolerance and confidence in kids, using play, rest, and a calm parent to raise self driven, resilient children.

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