Learning DBT skills in therapy is just the beginning. The real magic happens when these skills become part of your family’s everyday life. Reinforcing and practicing DBT at home can help your child or teen feel supported and motivated, turning skills into lasting habits that improve emotional health, behavior, and relationships. Why Home Practice Matters … Read more
The end of senior year is supposed to feel like celebration mode. Graduation announcements are being mailed, dorm checklists are forming, and proud smiles show up at every event. But in between the milestones and grins, there’s another layer that many parents quietly wrestle with—a surreal mix of joy, exhaustion, and anxiety as the finish … Read more
One of the biggest challenges for kids and teens is navigating relationships—with parents, siblings, friends, and teachers. Sometimes, misunderstandings, conflicts, or peer pressure can feel overwhelming. That’s where the interpersonal effectiveness skills of DBT come in, providing your child with tools to communicate their needs clearly and confidently while maintaining respect for themselves and others. … Read more
Starting college is one of the most exciting times in a young person’s life. You’re stepping into independence, meeting new people, and exploring who you want to become. At the same time, it can feel overwhelming. College brings new demands—academic pressure, social adjustments, and the reality of managing life on your own. That’s why building … Read more
The end of high school marks an exciting turning point. You’ve spent years preparing for this moment—college applications, campus tours, choosing a major, maybe even coordinating dorm décor. But beneath the excitement, it’s normal to feel something else too—nervousness, uncertainty, or even fear. At Marble Wellness, we often meet high school seniors and parents who … Read more
Teen years can be tough. Between school, sports, friendships, family expectations, and social media, many teens feel pressure from every direction. For some, that pressure comes from obvious bullying. For others, it shows up more quietly through peer pressure, exclusion, teasing, gossip, or the fear of not fitting in. If you are a parent of … Read more
Teenagers spend a lot of their free time online. Between school, sports, jobs, homework, and social life, social media often becomes the place where they relax, connect, and distract themselves. For many families, that feels normal. In some ways, it is normal. But when downtime is filled entirely with scrolling, comparing, and constant notifications, it … Read more
Watching your child or teen experience strong emotions can be challenging—and it’s natural to want to fix or control those feelings for them. But one of the most powerful ways to support their growth is helping them learn to understand and regulate their own emotions. This is exactly what the emotion regulation pillar of DBT … Read more
Mindfulness is a word you might hear a lot these days—on social media, in schools, and in therapy sessions. But what does mindfulness actually mean for kids and teens? Simply put, mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment, on purpose and without judgment. It’s about noticing what’s happening around and inside … Read more
As a parent, it’s natural to feel worried when your child or teen struggles with big emotions or challenging behaviors. You want to support them, but might feel unsure where to start or what really helps. That’s where Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, can make a real difference for your family. What is DBT and … Read more