Dr. Wall: Article Accepted for Publication in Journal of Psychiatric Research
Dr. David Wall, Ph.D., has written an article that was just accepted for publication in Journal of Psychiatric Research titled “Self-harm History Predicts Resistance to Inpatient Treatment of Body...
View ArticleDangerous Social Networking Sites That Parents of Adolescents Need to Know
“Hannah Smith, British Teen, Commits Suicide After Cyberbullying, Trolling; Dad Demands Justice” via Huffington Post Hannah Smith was only 14 when she hanged herself. According to her father, she did...
View ArticleThe Truth About Teens and Stress
Being a teenager is a stressful time. Puberty, school, and social pressures have a big impact on many teens’ mental health, and many develop anxiety disorders. According to the American Psychological...
View ArticleNow Hiring- Part Time or Full Time Licensed Counselors
We are seeking a full time or part time Arizona Licensed Counselor (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW) to work 24-40 hours per week, flexible hours in our north Phoenix location. Benefits include some medical...
View Article5 Apps For Worried Parents
As teenagers get more responsibility, parents get more anxiety. The number of apps available for teens to talk to strangers online and send messages to friends without their parents knowing is only...
View ArticleHow to Cope with Stress During the First Year of College
College is a time when young adults are especially prone to stress, but this is especially true when you’re a freshman. For one, it may be the first time for you to be out on your own and taking care...
View ArticleHow Old Should Your Teen Be To Date? 7 Surprising Answers To Your Questions...
Every parent remembers the first time their child reported having a girlfriend or boyfriend. Learning that your teenager has reached this stage can be scary and you may have many questions. You may...
View Article7 Signs Your Teen Needs Professional Counseling
As parents of teens, sometimes it is hard to determine what could be a sign of a serious problem and what is a normal part of growing up. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, a...
View ArticleHow Counseling Can Help Your Teen
Counseling can be helpful to anyone of any age and background, but teens especially have not yet learned the tools to deal with their emotions, and may not feel comfortable talking to family or friends...
View Article5 Signs Your Teen’s Stress Level Is Too High
The American Psychological Association has found that high levels of stress are extremely common among teenagers. The APA also reports that school is the number one stress factor for teenagers. Stress...
View ArticleKeep Your Teen Sober This Summer
School’s out for summer and keeping tabs on your teen just got a lot harder. Adolescence in and of itself comes with a greater likelihood of alcohol use, but there are some factors that increase the...
View ArticleHow Much Screen Time is Really Okay for Adolescents
It’s summer break and kids have a lot of extra time on their hands. With studies linking excessive screen time to obesity, depression and attention deficit issues, it is increasingly important for...
View ArticleSix Tips to Help Parents Raise Kids With A Positive Body Image
It’s no mystery that we live in a culture driven by appearance. Even if we know something is bad for us, if it will help us look good we can’t seem to turn it down. As the drive for visual perfection...
View ArticleOCD in Young Adults
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) afflicts people of all ages. However, it can be particularly difficult for young people who are just beginning their journey as independent adults. What is OCD? OCD...
View ArticleTeen Suicide Prevention
Teen Suicide Prevention is an important topic to discuss. The Tempe, Arizona, community was rocked in May of 2015 when Corona del Sol High senior, Marcus Wheeler, took his own life. “I Want My Life 3...
View ArticleNow Hiring: Adolescent & Young Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or...
Doorways LLC. is a faith-based counseling organization in Phoenix, Arizona, that provides comprehensive outpatient treatment focused exclusively on adolescents, young adults and their families....
View ArticlePerfectionist vs OCD
It is easy to confuse the different between perfectionist vs OCD. You see the acronym OCD being used in social media every day. Here’s an example from Twitter: “52 Home Organization Tips for Your OCD...
View ArticleBipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults
If you know of a teen that seems to go through intense mood changes, then he or she might be displaying symptoms of bipolar disorder. It’s often the case that young people afflicted with bipolar...
View ArticleDoorways to Exhibit at AZ Young Adult Conference
Doorways is proud to be an exhibitor at the Ben Franklin Institute’s Advanced Clinical Training for Therapists and Counselors in Tempe, Arizona from October 29-31st, 2015. Make sure you stop by and...
View ArticleManMakers Group Launches October 5th, 2015
ManMakers is a small group for teen boys ages 13-17 who are struggling with social anxiety issues. This group focuses on building social skills, understanding and building relationships, conflict...
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