Upcoming Events at the YMCA of Greenwich

Back-to-school season can bring unique challenges for kids and teens—academics, friendships, social media, and the pressure to succeed. This engaging lecture presented by Greenwich Psychology Group will provide parents with practical tools to strengthen connection and communication with their children while fostering trust and resilience.

Key topics include:

• Why kids may struggle to open up and how to encourage healthy dialogue

• Setting boundaries while maintaining a supportive parent–child relationship

• Aligning parenting approaches in discipline and expectations

• Guiding tweens and teens through social media and peer pressure

• Recognizing and responding to academic stress

• Actionable strategies to build long-term trust and connection

Parents will walk away with research-based strategies and real-life tools to help their children feel supported, understood, and empowered.

Dr. Judith Zackson, PHD is a licensed clinical psychologist in CT and NY with over 20 years of experience and is the founder and Clinical Director of Greenwich Psychology Group. She specializes in anxiety, compulsions, addictions, relationship issues, and stress management, working with children, adults, couples, and business leaders. Dr. Zackson holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the City University of New York and has advanced training in CBT, mindfulness, trauma treatment, and eating disorders. Her solution-focused approach helps clients better understand and manage their emotions to improve their quality of life.

Daniel DiTieri is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and autism spectrum disorders. He earned his graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercy College and has worked in schools, clinics, hospitals, and home settings. Daniel specializes in working with teens and their families, using a collaborative, strengths-based approach that incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. His goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to create lasting change.