Dr. Rachael Silverman, Board Certified Psychologist

Dr. Rachael Silverman, Board Certified Psychologist Board certified licensed psychologist. Specialize in clinical, sport & forensic psychology. I treat morning show discussing relationships.

I am a native Floridian who attended Pine Crest School in both Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale. I graduated Emory University with my Bachelors of Arts and Nova Southeastern University with my doctorate in psychology (Psy.D.). Currently, I am a Florida licensed clinical psychologist in private practice. My training and work experience includes schools, medical centers, university-based clinics, hospitals, and private practices. As a knowledgeable professional, I have years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as well as couples and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. It is important to me to be an active, respected member of our community on both a personal and professional level. As the current President of the Florida Psychological Association (FPA) Palm Chapter, I lead the development and implementation of policies that will have a positive impact on the field of psychology and our community. Some of the other leadership positions I currently hold are Editor-in-Chief of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) Academy of Couple & Family Psychology newsletter, and Early Career Psychologist Board Member of the ABPP Academy of Couple & Family Psychology. In addition, I have my vendor badge approved by the Palm Beach School District Police Department. This allows me to provide services at any Palm Beach County school. I am also a qualified, court-appointed expert witness for Broward County and Miami-Dade County. I have been a featured guest on Miami’s radio station Power96.5 (owned by CBS Radio Stations Inc.) As a member of numerous local and national organizations, such as the Society for Family Psychologists, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Boca Raton’s Promise, and many more, I stay involved and connected to a large network of professionals. Every Wednesday morning from 8-9am, I have a segment on the Steve O and Rene Show on WBZT radio, station 1230 AM. I discuss various mental health topics and answer questions live on the radio. Examples of these topics include relationships, divorce, behavioral management, communication skills, stress management, parenting, addiction, anxiety, depression, education, bullying, and so much more!

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11/06/2025

Some aren’t being — their system is simply doing its best to find

The path to emotional regulation isn’t about control or quick fixes; it’s a gradual process built on , , and repeated co-regulation.

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When we understand the pathway, we can a exactly where they are, rather than expecting them to what their isn’t ready for yet.

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How can two people ever be sure that they'd be compatible as a couple? Actually, there are two , easy, and quick ways to for you and your

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5 Signs of in and How to Them

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Children who experience disorganized attachment often fear their caregivers, but crave their attention. If you think your child has a disorganized attachment, here's how experts say you can begin to heal your relationship.

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Psychotherapist Kathleen Saxton has written a book about growing up with a mother or father who is grandiose, entitled, exploitative and lacking in empathy. She discusses how to recognise the signs – and recover

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It’s widely understood that divorce can be difficult for but the it can do to a had not been widely researched. A new large-scale study offers fresh insights

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Children of divorce do seem more likely to fall behind.

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10/19/2025

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What Really Is (and How to It)

When we see ourselves clearly, we are more and more . We also make better and more

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Although most people believe that they are self-aware, true self-awareness is a rare quality. In this piece, the author describes a recent large-scale investigation that shed light on some of the biggest roadblocks, myths, and truths about what self-awareness really is — and what it takes to culti...

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10/14/2025

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If you're dealing with a defiant child, there are several ways to help improve their behavior over time. Keep reading for helpful and practical advice on how to handle defiance, and remember that this is an issue most parents deal with at one time or another.

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