Author: John Mopper

John is Therapist with Blueprint Mental Health, where he primarily treats adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety and personality disorders. John has a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and was foundationally trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). In addition, John was a primary therapist on GenPsych’s DBT adherent team. Throughout his time on this team, he visited over 60 schools in New Jersey and conducted trainings for school counselors on the use of DBT in a school setting. In his free time, John enjoys walking his one-year-old Yellow Labrador, Toby around Somerville, NJ where he lives, cooking and checking out new restaurants.

Quick Tips to Combat Back to School Blues & Anxiety

Posted on August 17, 2017August 17, 2017 by John Mopper

We’re halfway through August, and–dare I say it–the dreaded *September* is almost upon us. For most adolescents, the thought of going back to school can muster some discomfort. It’s always sad when summer ends (though, maybe not for parents). And, as the reality of classes, tests, and homework sets in, […]

Is Inconsistent Parenting Screwing Up Your Kids?

Posted on March 2, 2017March 30, 2017 by John Mopper

There is nothing in our lives that we choose to do that does not come with some sort of reward. On the flip side, there is nothing in our lives that we choose to avoid that does not come with a consequence. But how do we learn which behaviors to […]

Author: John Mopper

Quick Tips to Combat Back to School Blues & Anxiety

Is Inconsistent Parenting Screwing Up Your Kids?

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