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Dr. Caroline Danda

Licensed Psychologist, Owner at Caroline Danda PhD LLC, Solution-Focused Child Psychologist
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Dr. Caroline Danda is a clinical child psychologist, with over 20 years experience. She specializes in working with children and adolescents who face challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, “big emotions,” and behavioral issues. Grounded in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), Dr. Danda customizes treatments to meet the unique needs of each individual and family. Drawing from her personal experience as a mother of three, she brings empathy, understanding, and relatability to her work, fostering a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment.

In addition to providing individual therapy, Dr. Danda actively engages with the community through engaging workshops and presentations for parents, schools, and professionals. She is deeply committed to empowering others to better support the mental health needs of children and teens. As a co-author of the book "From Surviving to Vibing," she offers valuable insights and practical strategies for children, teenagers, and the adults in their lives.

Dr. Danda's educational background includes graduate studies at the University of Florida, an internship at Children's Mercy Hospital specializing in Developmental and Behavioral Sciences, and a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KU Med) focusing on Behavioral Pediatrics and Gastroenterology. With previous roles as a clinical assistant professor at KU Med and a staff psychologist at the Kansas City Center for Anxiety Treatment, she has gained extensive experience in working with children and adolescents.

Whether seeking therapy for your child or a knowledgeable speaker to address crucial topics related to child psychology, mental health, and parenting, Dr. Caroline Danda offers a wealth of expertise and a compassionate approach dedicated to supporting the well-being of children and adolescents.

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  • With this in mind, Danda suggests parents keep their comments brief, which allows for more of a back-and-forth discussion and prevents the pitfall of the discussion from turning into a lecture.
    "Just because a conversation is brief doesn’t mean it does not have an impact," she says.

    "Parents should teach their kids to listen to their gut feeling and remove themselves from any situation that makes them feel uncomfortable," Danda says. "Encourage children to listen to that discomfort, even if someone wants to keep it a secret or says it’s not a big deal, they should share what happened with a trusted adult."
    - in Parents.com (April 18, 2024). What Is the Fire Truck Game and Why Is It Getting So Much Buzz on Social Media? by Mia Taylor.

  • "Anxiety is a normal and necessary part of the human experience," Caroline Danda, PhD, a clinical psychologist, tells POPSUGAR. "Sometimes, however, instead of interpreting our anxiety as a sign to pay attention and gather information to be prepared, anxiety triggers the fight-flight-freeze system, leading to tantrums, defiance, avoidance, and shutting down."

  • "Ultimately, screens are a part of life, so it's unreasonable to forgo their use or completely limit them," says Caroline Danda, PhD, licensed psychologist. "It's important to identify what makes sense for your child or teen given their overall development and needs. The goal is to set limits and provide guidance to help your child and teen become good consumers of technology and screens." - in PopSugar (March 14, 2022). Is Screen Time Really So Bad For Kids? We Asked Experts For the Truth — and It May Surprise You by Beth Ann Mayer

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