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Benefits Of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Kids

By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., patterns can lead to unhealthy behavior patterns. CBT focuses • Increase confidence in the ability to problem solve over
School Psychologist on the cognitive factors that cannot be observed (unhealthy, time (Last time, I was able to…).
Cognitive Behavioral irrational and obtrusive thoughts), but are known to serve as It also addresses unhealthy behavior patterns using some of
Therapy (CBT) is a form of triggers for the unhelpful, and sometimes harmful, behaviors the following methods:
counseling used to treat a we experience. • Cognitive Restructuring: replacing irrational thoughts with
number of psychological and The cognitive behavioral methods backed by research are more balanced ones
behavioral conditions that those that systematically and simultaneously address unhealthy • Containment: setting parameters around when and where
commonly occur in children thinking patterns by helping the learner: negative emotions and behaviors will be processed and addressed
including: anxiety disorders, • Understand thoughts are automatic but changeable. • Graded Exposure: facing fearful situations in a gradual and
obsessive-compulsive • Recognize distorted (irrational, unrealistic) or catastrophic therapeutic way over time
disorder, attention deficit (worse-case scenario) thoughts. • Successive Approximation: breaking down complex tasks
hyperactivity disorder, • Evaluate these thoughts in terms of reality (e.g., how true into smaller more attainable steps to build confidence and self-
depression, and autism. is…?, how likely is it…?). efficacy along the way
Research suggests that typically developing children ages 7 • Reframe thoughts based on this evaluation (e.g., what is Check PsychologyToday.com for local counselors. We offer
and older are reported to benefit most from CBT. CBT can be a more likely?). dyslexia, learning disability, IQ, anxiety, depression, and ADHD/
very welcomed treatment with benefits for your whole family. • Problem solve situations based on this evaluation (e.g., If ADD testing. Visit JimForgan.com or call (561) 625-4125.
The core principle of CBT is the premise that unhealthy thinking it is likely…, then I can).

Maltz Jupiter Theatre from page 11 no more than 72 hours prior to the performance date, or a About The Maltz Jupiter Theatre
negative COVID-19 Antigen test result taken no more than The not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become
“As many can imagine, these cancellations are 24 hours prior to the performance date. As an alternative one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres,
devastating for cultural not-for-profit organizations like ours, to the test documentation, fully-vaccinated guests may committed to production and education through its
so donations are important as we continue to struggle through present documentation (printed or digital) showing full collaborations with local and national artists. Currently
this shifting landscape,” said Andrew Kato, producing artistic vaccination status with their identification. the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the
director and chief executive of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. “As “Over the past few months, we were excited to turn the theatre draws 100,000 people annually, has served a
we cancel Sweet Charity and some of our limited engagement corner but are now heartbroken to have to confront a new subscription base of more than 8,560 patrons and has
productions, we will be communicating with subscribers and wave of challenges. But we understand we aren’t alone world-class classroom facilities in support of its Goldner
individual ticket holders directly regarding their purchase.” – we stand in solidarity with others in the entertainment Conservatory, which serves local youth and adults in arts
Despite the devastating news of having to cancel the industry and cannot wait for the grand return to our education. The theatre is a member of the prestigious
first few shows scheduled to be performed in the newly theatre when the time is right,” remarked Kato. “Theatre League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous
renovated theatre, the production, I Hate Hamlet, will has historically brought together a group of resourceful, Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for
still take place at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach creative thinkers who know how to pivot. The age-old artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von
Gardens, Feb. 8 to 20. The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is saying, ‘The show must go on’ is in our DNA, and we Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence. For more
immensely grateful to The Benjamin School for donating are doing everything in our power to move forward in a information about the theatre’s upcoming productions,
their well-appointed facilities to the organization in order careful, mindful, and responsible way.” visit: www.jupitertheatre.org.
to continue to support the local theatre community. In
March, the theatre looks forward to welcoming patrons Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD,
back to the brand-new building on Indiantown Road for
the performance of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels taking place
March 22 to April 10, as well as the remaining six limited Gifted Testing
engagement shows and two benefit concerts.
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will take many precautions
at upcoming performances to protect patrons, actors, and NOW OFFERING: Dr. Jim Forgan & Associates
volunteers, including routine cleaning and disinfecting; the • Jupiter & Stuart Offices
use of ultraviolet (UV) sanitizing wands; the vaccination Licensed School Psychologist
of all staff, volunteers, cast and crew; multiple hands- • Testing for Processing www.JimForgan.com
free hand sanitizer stations; and the use of hands-free Problems, Anxiety,
ticket scanning and digital programs. All guests aged 2 Defiance (561) 625-4125
and over are required to wear a mask and guests aged 5 • Weekend and After
and over are required to present documentation (printed School Appointments
or digital) of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result taken
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