Parenting Classes
The Anxious Generation: Understanding the Rise in Youth Mental Health Challenges and How We Can Help
This class is currently offered via Zoom Webinar.
Adolescent and pre-adolescent mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety, are increasing worldwide. During this presentation, we will explore certain relevant causes of worsening youth mental health trends. We will discuss how to recognize symptoms of anxiety and depression, and how to best work with teens or tweens struggling with such symptoms. Dr. Hershfield aims to provide parents with practical strategies for helping children manage mental health challenges, and empower parents to best address such challenges head on.
45-min with Q&A; For parents of children ages 10-18.
Tech without Stress: Managing Screen Time for Toddlers
This class is currently offered via Zoom Webinar.
Will leaving toddlers in front of a screen harm them developmentally? Can my toddler gain anything from screen time? Why do so many experts caution parents about screen time and what can parents do about it? Join Dr. Alexis Hershfield in a webinar on toddlers and screen time as we explore the potential risks and benefits. Parents will learn how to best manage screen time and set up your family for screen time success.
45 min with Q&A; For parents of children ages 1-5.
About the Instructors:
Dr. Alexis Hershfield is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Hershfield is spearheading the mental health arm of Beverly Hills Pediatrics and is working with patients in our practice to help navigate appropriate therapy for various mental health issues and parenting support. To read more about Dr. Hershfield and mental health services offered in our office click here.
No classes available to schedule at this time
Cancellation policy: Beverly Hills Pediatrics is excited to offer new classes and workshops to its patients. We understand that sometimes schedule changes are necessary, but respectfully request at least a 72 hour notice for cancellations. Please understand that when you cancel your attendance for a class, BHP still has to compensate the instructor for your unfilled spot. If you cancel with less than a 72 hour notice or do not show for your registered class, you will be charged the full amount for that class.