Hi! I’m Dr. Ari Yares, The Innovative Dad.
ONLINE COURSE: Dealing with Temper Tantrums and Other Behavioral Challenges
Temper tantrums can be hard to deal with. They stress us out and we get embarrassed when others see us and our child at our worst. Learn concrete strategies to help manage your child’s behavior when it goes off the rails.
The Innovative Dad
A psychologist’s blog about raising and educating children through the lens innovation.
How to Use Popular Board and Card Games to Support Emotional Regulation
Learning emotional regulation is serious business, but it doesn’t have to be boring! This post explores how board and card games can be a fun and effective way to teach kids how to manage their emotions in healthy ways.
How to Use Co-Regulation with Children Who Are Having Difficulty with Self-Regulation
As parents or caregivers, we all want our children to develop strong self-regulation skills that enable them to manage their emotions and behavior effectively. However, some children struggle with self-regulation, and this can lead to challenging behaviors and...
5 Years Out: Reflections on Talking to Kids about Cancer
Talking to children about a loved one’s cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. But remember, age-appropriate honesty is key! Just like putting together a puzzle, clear communication helps them understand the situation and feel more secure.
Hello! I’m Dr. Ari Yares
Licensed Psychologist
I am a licensed psychologist based in Maryland with offices in North Bethesda and Germantown. I trained as a school psychologist at Temple University and formerly supervised special education evaluations for preschool age children in the District of Columbia.
I have previously worked as the Head of School at Gross Schechter Day School, Upper School Principal of the Schechter School of Long Island, Head of Middle School at Krieger Schechter Day School, and a school psychologist for the Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
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