Five Tips for Social Media Savvy Parenting Melissa J Johnson, PhD and Vicki Chiang, PsyD In a conversation about social media and kids, you may see us hold up […]
Head into this school year with the right support! We’re offering several skill-building weekly groups this fall, including: Superflex Academy Girls’ and Teens’ Connections Groups Creative Connections Details below! […]
Your Child’s Good Friend is Moving Away This Summer: 10 Things You Can Do to Help Your Child By Melissa J. Johnson, PhD Psychologist, CEO and Founder of the Institute […]
Hello! We know how beautiful, frustrating, exciting and exhausting it can be to begin the parenthood journey. Our compassionate therapists offer unique support and resources to assist women and couples […]
The Institute for Girls’ Development is a private practice in Pasadena. At the Institute we promote excellence in psychotherapeutic and assessment services as well as community programs for girls and […]
Welcome! We’re excited about our special summer programs for girls, teens and young adults! Do you know a middle school girl who enjoys expressing herself through creativity? She just may be […]
To celebrate this year’s Women’s History Month, the Institute for Girls’ Development has developed a “fact card” for all 31 days in March, each featuring a different woman who has made […]
In the wake of another tragic school shooting, I know that we are all dealing with our emotions – shock, fear, anger, sadness, grief, confusion, disbelief, broken-heartedness, compassion. And while […]
Grace M. Goodman, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist (PSY 28905) I have been on the Institute team for a little over two months, and in that time I have already gotten to […]
Being a parent is tough work! Wise Mind Parenting is a new group for parents of teens and young adults who want to find new ways to understand and navigate […]