# Michelle Kuhn, PhD

Clinical Advisor

Michelle Kuhn, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who received her BA from The George Washington University and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Seattle Pacific University. Dr. Kuhn provides services to children, adolescents, and their families, utilizing evidence-based behavioral and cognitive-behavioral approaches. She has specialized training in mood and anxiety disorders, suicidality and self-injury, attention and behavior problems, and trauma. Dr. Kuhn also researches new treatments for children and their families in the field of neurodevelopment disorders.

#### All articles from this author:

*Apr 27, 2021*  
**Brain Development During Teenage Years**  
The teenage brain goes through big changes as it becomes an adult mind. Here is what parents can expect and how we can empathize with our teens.  
[Read more](/content/blog/incredible-teenage-brains/index.html)

*Mar 18, 2021*  
**Heading Back to School: The Good, the Bad, and the Totally Unknown**  
COVID-19 is changing the back-to-school experience for teens and parents. Learn more about the reactions teens are having and how parents can support.  
[Read more](/content/blog/heading-back-to-school-the-good-the-bad-and-the-totally-unknown/index.html)

*Feb 18, 2021*  
**How Phones and Social Media Strain Teen Relationships**  
Communicating with friends online lets teens practice complex social skills but it is a really bad match for impulse control and self-esteem.  
[Read more](/content/blog/phones-social-media-and-relationships/index.html)

*May 8, 2020*  
**Video: How to Help Your Teen Stay Motivated at Home**  
Parents, are you struggling to keep your teen motivated? Video games and Snapchat winning out over schoolwork and chores?  
[Read more](/content/blog/webinar-helping-teens-stay-motivated-at-home/index.html)

*Apr 24, 2020*  
**How Parents can Help Their Teens Find Motivation**  
If you have a teenager, chances are you have had a conflict over motivation in the last 24 hours. Here are ways to help your child find motivation.  
[Read more](/content/blog/help-your-teen-find-motivation/index.html)

*Apr 16, 2020*  
**Psychologists Discuss How COVID-19 is Affecting Teens**  
Dr. Amy Mezulis, co-founder of Joon Care, shares practical resources on how we can support teens and young adults during the COVID-19 crisis.  
[Read more](/content/blog/webinar-our-teens-and-the-covid-19-crisis/index.html)

*Mar 16, 2020*  
**Helping Teens Cope with Social Distancing**  
The social distancing required to address COVID-19 has particularly strong implications for teens. Learn how to help your child cope.  
[Read more](/content/blog/helping-teens-cope-with-covid-19-social-distancing/index.html)