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.
Mother’s Day Munchies & Easy Weeknight Dinners: Our Menu This Week!
Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms out there! We're kicking off the week with a celebratory barbecue and transitioning into some easy weeknight dinners. Take a peek at what's cooking in our kitchen! Sunday: Mother's Day Barbecue! Today, we're celebrating...
Navigating Difficult Conversations: Talking to Elementary-Aged Children About Death and Grief
As both a psychologist and a parent, I've learned that one of the most challenging conversations we face is talking to our children about death. While we might want to shield them from this difficult reality, children are often more aware and curious than we realize....
Using Google Tools to Hack Parenting and Executive Functioning
When it comes to parenting in the 21st century, schools, teachers, and even other parents often default to thinking one person—and let's be honest, it's often the mom—is the point person for all communication and coordination. But honestly, that's not always the...
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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