Dina Cagliostro, PhD is a clinical psychologist practicing in Montclair, NJ in Essex County.
04/11/2018
Don’t miss our upcoming workshop “A Mother’s Journey: Understanding, Relating, and Expressing Puberty and Sexuality with Your Daughter” on Thursday, May 10th from 7-9pm at Cornerstone Montclair. The event is organized by Dr Dina Cagliostro and Jennifer Araneo.
I am please to announce new groups forming for the Fall. Reach out to me if you would like more information about how to sign up your child.
I am offering the following groups: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Teens: This is an 8 week group. It will be primarily psycho-educational and practice-based. Teens will learn about stress and how to talk about it. In addition, they will hear about the stress of other teens which will hel...
09/30/2016
Dealing with your child's anxiety can be a daunting task. Check out some of my tips and recommendations that may help.
As parents of children with anxiety it can be tempting to give in to the anxiety; to do whatever your child is asking you to do so that their pain and suffering can go away. It is an understandable trap to fall into. And it seems logical. Your child is suffering—so you do whatever it... Read more »
08/19/2015
Check out my latest article for tips on dealing with an anxious child...
Parenting an anxious child can be emotionally draining and anxiety provoking! As parents we are often wired to do whatever we can to make certain our children’s pain and suffering are at a minimum. When parenting a child with anxiety—one who refuses to take risks or try new things, asks a million qu…
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I earned my doctorate from New York University in the Child/Clinical/School Psychology Program, where I was honored with two teaching fellowships. My undergraduate degree is from Colgate University, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society.
I received the majority of my clinical training at Columbia Presbyterian in New York and UMDNJ in Newark, NJ. I have worked collectively for over 20+ years as a school psychologist in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. I began my clinical practice in 2004 and worked for several years at the Montclair Counseling Center in Montclair, NJ. In 2010, I started my own private practice in Montclair, NJ.
Presently, I work part time for the Montclair, NJ Public Schools as a school psychologist, and I maintain a private practice based in Verona, NJ. I work with children, adults and families, ages 3 and up, individually and in groups. I treat a variety of issues in my practice, including:
Anxiety and depression
Behavior difficulties
Social skills, bullying and relationship issues
Attention difficulties
Autism spectrum disorders
Sensory and regulatory issues
Family conflict/relationship difficulties
I believe in tailoring therapy to each individual’s needs and personality, and in making sure to consider all the systems that come into play (i.e. family, friends, school, work, etc.). Due to my extensive experience working in the schools, I am uniquely qualified to assist children, parents and families understand and navigate the school systems in an effort to help children achieve success in school. I consult frequently with parents, teachers and school professionals regarding the learning, social/emotional and behavioral needs of children in school. I also have experience working with families in transition, who are dealing with any and all aspects of separation, divorce and remarriage.
In addition to children and families, I truly enjoy working with young adults who are undergoing life transitions and attempting to figure out who they are and what they would like to become. As a working mother, I also particularly enjoy working with parents as they strive to understand the needs of their children, successfully balance work and family pressures, and adjust to changes over time and stages of development.
I am passionate about my work and I appreciate the opportunity to help others. To learn more about me please check out my blogs, and my published works focusing on What is ADHD and ADHD and Depression.