by Jack Hagge

“Hi! I'm Jack. And I have an anxiety disorder.”

Merely talking to other people makes me anxious. I often experience "phone fear." I avoid social gatherings (particularly parties), which I find excruciating. Crowded settings, especially without a perceptible escape route, cause me uneasiness, sometimes panic.

by Clare M.

Two years ago I wondered if the horrible feeling, the gnawing in my stomach would ever leave. Inside my freshman dorm room, I lived in my own mind, fixated on my thoughts and tormented by irrational messages and faulty fears.

Maya Massing-Schaffer, PhD

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Dr. Massing-Schaffer is a licensed clinical psychologist who cares deeply about improving mental health in youth and families.  She specializes in the use of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT) and behavioral parent-based therapies.  In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Massing-Schaffer has extensive research experience, including publishing peer-reviewed articles and delivering talks at national conferences.  Prior to InStride, Dr.

Maya Massing-Schaffer

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Maya Massing-Schaffer

Dr. Massing-Schaffer is a licensed clinical psychologist who cares deeply about improving mental health in youth and families.  She specializes in the use of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT) and behavioral parent-based therapies.  In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Massing-Schaffer has extensive research experience, including publishing peer-reviewed articles and delivering talks at national conferences.  Prior to InStride, Dr.

Daniel Stone, PhD

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Daniel Stone

Dr. Daniel Stone is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of childhood anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and related disorders. Throughout his training and career, Dr. Stone has focused on providing evidence-based assessment and treatment to children, families, and young adults. He earned a BA in psychology at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and a doctorate in counseling psychology at Northeastern University. Dr.

Daniel Stone

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Dr. Daniel Stone is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of childhood anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and related disorders. Throughout his training and career, Dr. Stone has focused on providing evidence-based assessment and treatment to children, families, and young adults. He earned a BA in psychology at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and a doctorate in counseling psychology at Northeastern University. Dr.

Betty Garis, M.Ed. 

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Elizabeth "Betty" Garis, M.Ed. 

Betty Garis, M.Ed., is a school psychology doctoral candidate completing internship in the state of Michigan. Betty uses cognitive behavioral therapy to provide skills to children and their parents, working with them to gain confidence in managing their difficulties. She works individually with children and incorporates their caregivers to ensure that a family-friendly and comprehensive approach is being used. Betty looks forward to providing insight into how families can move forward in healthy and effective ways, living values-driven lives. 

Becky Thomson, PhD

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Becky Thomson, PhD

Becky Thomson, PhD is a Licensed Psychologist and the Clinic Director at Thriving Minds – Chelsea, a group practice in Michigan that specializes in the evaluation and treatment of pediatric behavioral health concerns, including anxiety and OCD. She is passionate about helping children and adolescents build bravery and confidence using exposure-based approaches. 

Learn more about Dr. Thomson.