Yes! Improving our daily parenting practices has an impact on our young children’s emotions and behaviors, especially when we tailor them to the individual emotional needs of each unique child. While serious behavioral/emotional challenges are best addressed with the help of a psychotherapist (see closing paragraph below), below are 3 tips to boost the mental…
Supportive conversation, music, movement and relaxation Facilitated by Dr. Diana Bermudez (DrD) Six 1-hr in-person sessions Max 15 women Saturdays at 1pm Oct 3 – Nov 21, 2026 (Revised) (No meetings on Oct 10 & 17) Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. Arlington, VA
Women’s Support Circle “Rise in Harmony” With Dr. Bermudez.Save the date: September 26
Has your child’s anxiety spike before an important event or a life change? This is common for children who experience performance anxiety, separation anxiety and social anxiety, as the pressure and uncertainty triggers the nervous system to watch out for potential threats to their psychological safety. Although anxiety has the purpose of preparing us for…
A Balanced Screen Diet for Mental Health Screens & Sweets PROS Enjoyable Can be interactive Can be educational CONS Causes craving Mostly passive Overuse = unhealthy 5Cs of Media Use American Academy of Pediatrics Child: unique temperament Content: education, no games Calm: not for calming/sleeping Crowding out: prioritize healthy activities. Communication: watch & talk For…
Dr. Bermudez’ experiential presentation on “Play, Art and Mindful Movement for Emotional Wellbeing at All Ages” on May 26, 1:30-2:30pm Virginia’s Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Conference (Virtual), May 25-27
Whether to choose parent coaching or family counseling depends on the reasons why you are looking for help for your family. Parents who are aware that conflicts or inconsistencies in their parenting styles seek parent coaching to improve their strategies, in order to decrease the challenging behaviors of their children. When any family member has…
Dr. Bermudez partners with Jessica Rodriguez to create and teach 4-session pilot class in March Love your mind, your body & your groovers Groove & Grow maximizes the physical and emotional benefits of grooving to music with personal growth messages and connection with a support network. ARLINGTONYMCA 4-SESSION CLASS SUNDAYS, 12-1 PM MARCH 1, 8,…
Some school-age children have emotional-behavioral episodes that may remind us of the temper tantrums from early childhood, yet they are less common and more concerning. Below are the differences and recommendations. The term “temper tantrum” is used for “brief episodes of vocal and sometimes physical outbursts in children in response to frustration, anger, or distress,”…
Children of divorced/separated parents can experience emotional and behavioral difficulties during the holidays season, as it reminds them of the cultural expectation of being “happily together as a family.” Whether the divorce/separation was recent or a few years ago, feelings about the parents’ separation can re-surface, either because they were not resolved before, or because…