Anxiety Institute

03/11/2026

"As teens move toward greater independence, it’s worth pausing to consider how location and other behavioral monitoring tools affect...the parent-teen relationship.

Available monitoring technology makes it easy for parents to track teens' every move, though that does not mean they automatically should. Consider these strategies when deciding.

03/10/2026

As adolescents transition to young adults, it's important to stay aware of the pressures and stress that can fuel anxiety.

Girls said that visual platforms, such as Instagram and TikTok, particularly reiterate gendered expectations for girls on how they should present themselves.

03/10/2026

OCD and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can look very similar, especially in adolescents and young adults. Knowing how to differentiate the two is critical for effective treatment.

Join Sharon Batista, MD and Dina Nunziato, PhD for our upcoming webinar:
When Worry Isn’t Just Worry: Identifying OCD vs. GAD
🎓 CE credits available
This training will explore key clinical markers, common diagnostic pitfalls, and practical frameworks for differentiating OCD from GAD to guide evidence-based treatment decisions.

Register: https://anxietyinstitute.com/professional-training/post/when-worry-isnt-just-worry-identifying-ocd-vs-gad/

03/06/2026

Join us next week with The StudyPro!

When kids feel anxious, parents feel it too.

And in those moments, many of us move quickly to fix, reassure, prevent, or take over.
It’s instinctive. But how we respond shapes how our kids learn to cope.

Join us for this Best of the Experts webinar with Rebecca Berman, LCSW, and learn practical ways to stay steady, lower the temperature, and support real coping skills.

🖥️ Online | March 12 | 9:00–10:00 AM ET

Ready to join? Register via the link in bio or at thestudypro.com

03/06/2026

Your anxious teens and young adults are hearing difficult news in the media. Best to address it with them than ignore it. Here's how.

Everyday, people are bombarded with news—the constant stream of information can feel overwhelming, especially for teens. Here’s 8 ways adults can help.

03/04/2026

Do you ever notice your child getting anxious and immediately want to fix it?

You’re not alone. When kids are anxious, parents naturally jump in to help—but sometimes those instinctive responses can shape how children learn to cope with stress.

Join Rebecca Berman, LCSW, MLSP, CEDS-C, Clinical Director at Anxiety Institute, for a free webinar with The StudyPro:

How to Help When Your Child Is Anxious

📅 March 12
🕘 9 AM EST
🎟 Free

You’ll learn:
• Why your child’s anxiety triggers certain reactions in you
• Common caregiver patterns during anxious moments
• Simple ways to talk about stress with your child
• Practical tools to stay calm and supportive

Small shifts in how parents respond can make a big difference.

👉 Learn more and register:

When kids feel anxious, parents feel it too. Learn simple ways to stay calm, respond with intention, and support real coping skills.

02/28/2026

“My child won’t open up.”

It’s one of the most common concerns we hear from parents.

For teens with anxiety or OCD, silence isn’t about pushing you away, it’s often protection.

The good news? You don’t need the perfect words.
When you listen instead of rushing to fix, you send a powerful message: You are safe with me.

In our latest newsletter, Dr. Dina Nunziato shares practical tips for talking to teens with anxiety, plus a downloadable Parent Listening Guide.

Connection is often the first step toward healing.

🔗 Read full newsletter: https://conta.cc/461qNEa

02/24/2026

We’re proud of Becca Berman, LCSW, MLSP, CEDS-C, Clinical Director of our McLean, VA location, for presenting at the IAEDP Global Symposium 2026 in Baltimore 👏

Becca partnered with Melanie Smith, PhD, LMHC, CEDS-C to present: “Ew! Addressing Disgust in ED Treatment”

A powerful conversation on using exposure-based, evidence-informed strategies to target disgust in eating disorder treatment.

We were also grateful to co-host a networking event with , bringing together clinicians for meaningful connection and collaboration within the ED and anxiety treatment community.

Proud to see our team sharing expertise and contributing to important conversations in the field.

02/19/2026

Welcome Julie Criner to Anxiety Institute!

We’re excited to announce that Julie Criner, LPC, CEDS, has joined Anxiety Institute as Associate Clinical Director in McLean! Julie has nearly 20 years of experience treating adolescents and young adults across inpatient, IOP, and outpatient levels of care, including leadership experience at The Renfrew Center.

Julie specializes in anxiety-driven behaviors, perfectionism, avoidance, ARFID, and family accommodation patterns, utilizing structured, exposure-based and systems-informed approaches to help clients build resilience and achieve meaningful, lasting progress.

We’re thrilled to have Julie’s expertise and collaborative spirit on our team.

02/17/2026

High-performing teens are under more pressure than ever and it doesn’t just show up on the field.

Join us for a free Parent Series webinar: The Athlete Mindset (and Beyond): Supporting High-Performing Teens Under Pressure

Featuring Ayotunde Ayobello, MD Psychiatrist from Yale Child Study Center and Serafin Craig, LCSW Clinician and Director of Parent Services at Anxiety Institute, this interactive session will share practical, evidence-based strategies to support resilience, balance, and confidence both on and off the field.

🔗 Register: https://anxietyinstitute.com/parent-training/post/the-athlete-mindset-and-beyond-supporting-high-performing-teens-under-pressure/

02/17/2026

"Being tuned in, respectful, and emotionally present is the most effective way to find out what’s going on and know what limits or tools are needed."

Does your teenager roll their eyes when you give advice or warn them? With a few adjustments, parents can get teens to open up and think through their decisions.

02/16/2026

A few mindfulness reminders to come back to when anxiety feels loud.

Swipe through and save the ones you want to keep close.
Which one do you need most today?