Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Skills Program
Evidence-based program with real results facilitated by Certified COPE practitioners! See reduced stress, anxiety and depressive symptoms, improved beliefs about self, improved academic performance, and an increase in healthy behaviors. All sessions are virtual.
Our Mental Health Practitioners
All of our Certified Child Life Specialists hold a Masters degree, have at least 5 years of clinical experience prior to working at Hearts Connected, cleared a background check, and are HIPAA compliant.
Carissa Menard, MS, CCLS
Operations Manager &
Certified Child Life Specialist
Joanna Floyd, MA, CCLS
Certified Child Life Specialist
Suzan Watkinson, MA, CCLS, CPMT, RWWP
Certified Child Life Specialist
Janine Kreider, MS, CCLS
Certified Child Life Specialist
For parents that
want to see a
change in their
child's behavior
What is the CBT Skills-Based Program
Our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based program is designed to support children, teens, and young adults in managing stress, anxiety, and behavioral challenges. Through this approach, participants learn valuable skills to identify and redirect unhelpful or negative thoughts, fostering more positive ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. We emphasize that while we can't always control what life throws at us, we can choose how we respond—an empowering mindset that can make a significant difference!
See reduced stress, anxiety and depressive symptoms, improved beliefs about self, improved academic performance, and an increase in healthy behaviors.
Our CBT Skills-Based Programs include:
COPE 7 Session Manual-Based Program
- Manual specific for 7-12 year olds
- Manual specific for teens, 13-18
COPE 15 Session Manual-Based Program
- For teens, 13-18
- Additional focus on healthy lifestyle,
nutrition, and exercise
Looking for a similar program for your child who is younger? Check out our Social Emotional Learning Program for children 4-6!
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WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
My son has shown remarkable growth in understanding and expressing emotions, thanks to the compassionate guidance of Carissa at Hearts Connected and the Emotional ABCs program.
Completing the COPE CBT skills program through Hearts Connected has made a huge impact on our 8 year-old's daily life. Before the program, she would often shut down when feeling "big" emotions. After working through the program, we have seen improved confidence as our daughter began to feel more in control. We've seen a noticeable difference in her ability to verbalize how she is feeling and utilize specific coping strategies to process her emotions and move forward with her day. She has a better understanding that all emotions are normal and that she has the tools she needs to deal with anything that comes her way.
Hearts Connected has been instrumental in helping my son navigate and articulate his emotions. Through engaging activities and support, his child life specialist created a safe space for him to explore feelings and develop coping strategies. The positive changes we’ve observed in his emotional well-being are a testament to our child life specialist's dedication and expertise.