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.
Help Your Child Discover Their Passion: Practical Ways to Nurture Curiosity, Exploration, and Confidence
Help your child explore their interests with confidence. This post offers practical strategies to nurture curiosity, respond to resistance, encourage exploration without pressure, and adapt your approach for different ages.
Beyond the Screens: Conquer Boredom and Cultivate Creativity in Our Kids
Dreaded “I’m bored!” echoing in your ears? Don’t despair! Boredom, instead of being the enemy, can be a spark for creativity. By providing open-ended materials and embracing unstructured play, we can help kids develop a love for learning and independent thinking. Let’s conquer boredom and unleash their inner Einsteins!
Navigating Parenting Challenges: My Go-To Plan A/Plan B Strategy
Parenting is definitely a journey filled with twists and turns, and sometimes, for me, it feels like I'm constantly navigating a new maze. Over the years, both personally and in my work with kids in therapy, one of the most effective strategies I've found for managing...
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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