Pieces of Mind

Managing big emotions, step by step
by Karyn Hall, Ph.D.

Learning to Love Your Problems

We use problem-solving skills most everyday, yet we don't want to work on improving them. Most of us would rather keep hoping for problem-free days. Read More

Understanding Validation: A Way to Communicate Acceptance

What communication skills can improve your relationships immediately? Read More

Validation: How Parents Can Help Their Children Cope with Bullying

Validation is a powerful tool to help build empathy, self-acceptance and resiliency in children. Read More

Got a Problem? The Good News Is You Only Have Four Options

Our minds are filled with information and possibilities, how can we decide what to do when faced with a problem? Read More

Karyn Hall, Ph.D.

Karyn Hall, Ph.D., is the director/owner of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy Center in Houson, Texas, and a consultant/trainer with the Treatment Implementation Collaborative.

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The Power of Validation: Arming Your Child Against Bullying, Peer Pressure, Addiction, Self-Harm, and Out-of-Control Emotions