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Dr. Kelsey Hudson a Clinical Psychologist who focuses on the intersection of mental health and climate change— particularly regarding young people and climate activists. I completed my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont in 2019 and my post-doctoral fellowship through the Child Program at Boston University’s Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD) in 2021.
We are pleased to inform you that the proposed bylaws change, to allow all members (including associate, student, and post baccalaureate members) to nominate officers and vote in all elections, has been approved by our membership. This decision reflects our collective dedication to fostering a more inclusive and dynamic community that values the diverse perspectives and contributions of all of our members.
A Big Thank You to all the amazing ABCT members who joined us in marching at NYC PRIDE. It was amazing getting to know more of our members and hearing about the value ABCT has been able to provide our LGBTQIA+ membership.
The Sexuality, Health, and Gender (SHAG) Lab, located in the Department of Psychology at the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, is directed by Brian A. Feinstein, Ph.D.
Today, we join the nation in commemorating Juneteenth, a historic milestone in the journey toward freedom and equality.
Dr. Jeff Cohen (he/him) is a clinical psychologist who provides cognitive behavior therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Cohen offers psychotherapy in both the Manhattan (Columbus Circle) and Westchester locations of Columbia Doctors.
On Sunday, incoming ABCT President Dr. Sandra Pimentel attended the memorial service for Dr. Charles Silverstein. Dr. Silverstein was a psychologist, writer, and LGBTQ rights advocate who passed away in January.
ABCT’s CHANGE Leaders
Registration opens May 16
reducing screen time reduces its negative effects
El envejecimiento nos impacta a todos- esto incluye nuestras propias experiencias con la an-cianidad junto con aquella de nuestra familia y amigos.
while alcohol may provide temporary relief from specific symptoms, persistent use of alcohol may impact the body in ways that increase the risk of developing an anxiety disorder
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We study whether daily fluctuations in invalidation are associated with fluctuations in BPD symptoms, and whether identity-related invalidation and self-validation may serve as a risk and protective factors, respectively, for Black and Latinx people with BPD symptoms.
cognitive behavioral therapy has shown strong evidence in supporting suicide prevention
For prospective students applying to our lab, you don’t have to be Latinx to want to research Latinx health disparities; allies are vital to furthering our mission to reduce disparities.
You have an opportunity to determine how we deliver one of the most revered member benefits.
Discussion among the director and subjects of “Conversion,” documentary examining aspects of the conversion therapy debates
Routine anxiety screenings help parents and professionals monitor children’s mental health, detect early signs of difficulties, and seek services when needed.
Louisa Sylvia is an associate director at the Dauten Family Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation at Massachusetts General Hospital.
A new documentary chronicles the half-century old debate on conversion therapy and ABCT President Jerry Davison’s Presidential speech and Charles Silverstein’s part in it
Family Caregiving: most caregivers live longer than individuals who are not involved in providing care to another person
ABCT supports Gender-Affirming treatment for adolescents
Noah Clyman is the founder and director of the group practice, “NYC Cognitive Therapy,” located in Herald Square Manhattan. It is the first CBT center that places particular emphasis on diversity.
Alayna Park directs the ADDRESS Mental Health Laboratory, in the Department of Psychology at Palo Alto University
Gun Violence: a briefing book for journalists to help put guns and violence in context and provide an overview of how CBT might help to combat those elements that promote violence and sooth the effects of the trauma witnessed upon others.
Forbes highlights program focusing on highly vulnerable individuals; showcases CBT’s effectiveness
Gudiño directs the Services for At-Risk Youth & Families (SAYF) Lab, which conducts research on patterns of risk and resilience in ethnic minority youth exposed to trauma; the development and dissemination of evidence-based treatments for maltreated youth; and ethnic disparities in unmet need for mental health services
Omar Gudiño, Ph.D., ABPP. directs the Advancing Care through Community Engagement, Services, and Outcome Research (ACCESO) Laboratory, located in the Clinical Child Psychology Program at the University of Kansas
Laura Payne is a clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy
The effects of race-based traumatic stress are similar to other forms of trauma and adversity. Additionally, the toll from these experiences is cumulative.
ABCT applauds Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer for signing an executive directive to stop the use of state or federal funds for conversion therapy on minors.
Written by ABCT members Camilo Ortiz, Anne Marie Albano, Mitch Prinstein, Regine Galanti, Dan Hoffman, Tim Cavell, and Hillary Vidair, it dispels several myths about effective, evidence based discipline.
ABCT member Mitch Prinstein comments on the following article related to the link between childhood abuse and adult suicide.
Over the past month, the Black Lives Matter movement has organized protests across the nation
ABCT offers information from other groups detailing evidence-based treatments and cognitive behavior therapy.
El trastorno límite de la personalidad (TLP) es un desorden psicológico que afecta aproximadamente entre el 1% y 2% de la población.
Suicide Briefing Book: A resource for the media and lay people looking to better understand, write about, or talk about suicide.
En las encuestas a estudiantes de la escuela secundaria, 8% a 10% reportan haber hecho un intento de suicidio.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an alteration in brain function or mental status that results from external force.
“Sex” (or “sex assigned at birth”) refers to whether someone is labeled as male or female at birth (or before birth during an ultrasound).
Selective Mutism (SM) is an anxiety disorder in which a child or adolescent fails to speak in specific social situations or to specific people (e.g., school, birthday parties, or to familiar adults), despite being able to speak in other situations and to other people (e.g., home, parents, or to peers).
Though military personnel and veterans can experience the full range of mental health conditions, research suggests they are more likely to be diagnosed with mood and anxiety disorders, including depression, panic, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as anger-related disorders.
Suicides among military personnel have been steadily rising during the past ten years, with suicide now being the second-leading cause of death among military personnel.
PTSD is a stress-related disorder that develops after a traumatic experience.
There is a 50/50 chance that couples who marry today will divorce, and almost half of all children now growing up in the United States have seen or will see their parents’ marriage end.
The effects of a cancer diagnosis and treatment may be especially upsetting for people diagnosed as adolescents and young adults.
About 15% of all elementary-school-age children wet the bed, and continued bed-wetting beyond the age of 5 is a problem that should be treated.
Most older adults are less likely than younger adults to have common mental health conditions
Suicide the third leading cause of death for adolescents. Out of every 100 attempts, 1 adolescent will succeed in committing suicide.
People with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have difficulties in sustaining attention to tasks, particularly if they demand more effort than usual.