Ready or Not: Helping Kids Manage the Stress of Starting School

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The start of a new school year brings excitement, but also real stress: new routines, new expectations, and the anxiety of the unknown. In this talk, Dr. Galanti will unpack why transitions are so challenging for kids, and share practical, evidence-based tips for helping children build tolerance for discomfort rather than escape from it. Parents will leave with concrete strategies for fostering emotional resilience, ways to avoid common pitfalls, and a framework for helping kids move into the new year feeling capable and prepared.

Dr. Regine Galanti

Dr. Regine Galanti is a clinical psychologist and founder of Long Island Behavioral Psychology, a private practice in Cedarhurst and Brooklyn, NY. She specializes in treating anxiety, OCD, and behavior problems, specifically using treatments that work such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She offers tailored solutions and concrete strategies for children, teens, and adults. Dr. Galanti's published works include Parenting Anxious Kids, Anxiety Relief for Teens, and When Harley Has Anxiety. She is a sought after speaker who has been featured in publications such as The New York Times and The Washington Post. As president of the Society for Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology (SCCAP). Dr. Galanti continues to bring focus and attention to evidence-based treatment for child mental health care.