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.
Enhancing Student Success: The Power of a Weekly Portal Audit
In today's fast-paced educational environment, students often juggle multiple responsibilities, from academics to extracurricular activities. For some, particularly those with executive functioning challenges, keeping track of assignments and deadlines can become...
Taming Tantrums and Triumphing Over Troubles: The Marble Jar System
Parenting can be challenging, especially when dealing with a spirited child who struggles with emotional regulation, focus, and physical boundaries. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Many parents face similar struggles, and thankfully, there are effective...
Level Up Your Parenting: The “Do-Over” Power-Up
Imagine playing a challenging video game. You encounter a tricky obstacle, maybe a particularly fierce enemy or a complex puzzle. Do you give up? Of course not! You try again, maybe with a different strategy, or perhaps you even consult a walkthrough. In other words,...
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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