Helping Kids Deal with Bullies.

Is there a bigger issue for kids these days than being bullied? It is certainly one of the most important. You might believe that what worked for you as a youngster works today. That may not be the case. Dr. Steven Sussman, a New York/New Jersey child psychologist, has dealt with bullying for decades.

Bullies come in all shapes and sizes. Your child may be encountering them at bus stops or recess. Bullying can leave deep emotional scars. There may be a difference between bullying and teasing, but if it affects your kids, it should be addressed.

Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside N.J. offers a free phone call to anyone dealing with bullying in the area. Stop bullying before it becomes violent! Call Dr. Steven Sussman to discuss your child’s situation today.

Autism in Children.

Unfortunately, autism is an increasingly common diagnosis. This is something that Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside N.J. rarely encountered in his early days. In 2025 you as a parent may know how challenging autism can be.

Dr. Sussman understands that New York City and New Jersey area kids with autism are at a disadvantage in social situations. Maybe your child has even been the subject of bullying. One thing is certain…they are beautiful people who should be treated with the same respect.

Dr. Steven Sussman of suburban Mountainside knows that autistic children require a specialized approach. It is not a “same size fits all” approach. To discover how Dr. Sussman will help your child, please give him a no obligation phone call today. 

Taking a Family Vacation.

It’s no secret that off-season rates for family vacations are much lower. The crowds are thinner and the weather is more moderate as well. Dr. Steven Sussman hopes that you’ll have a wonderful family spring vacation while strengthening the family bond.

Is it to okay to miss school to take a vacation? Here are some of the things Dr. Sussman wants you to consider. Factors such as a child’s age, point in the school year, social functioning, learning needs, etc. are all important considerations.

Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside, NJ hopes that you will consider all of the factors before taking a family vacation. Dr. Sussman has seen a great deal of family dynamics over several decades of practicing child psychology. Give him a complementary phone call today.

A Mid-Year Report Card.

Kids often mention the school year as their benchmarks in life. Parents should take this time of year to measure their youngster’s progress in certain areas. New York/New Jersey child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman wants to suggest a few.

1. Lack of Friends. What kind of friends, and just as important…is your child a loner?

2. Extracurricular Activities. Too many? Too few? There needs to be a balance.

3. Sleep Deprivation. This is so important for a growing brain. Especially cell phone usage.

4. Poor Nutrition. Everyone in the family should set a healthy example.

Dr. Sussman of Mountainside, N.J. has the knowledge and expertise that comes with decades of working with kids throughout NYC. See how Dr. Steven Sussman can help you and your family by giving him a complimentary phone call today!

A First Crush.

First crushes can be considered cute. In this day and age, with social media and cell phones, they can become dangerous. There are many ways to view a “first crush”, but if it appears to be getting out of hand for your pre-teen, child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman could help.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, cupid’s arrow can strike kids as young as 7 or 8. As an adult, you may want to trivialize the experience. These days, there is no such thing as puppy love. The internet has seen to that!

Why not place a free call to Dr. Steven Sussman in Mountainside, NJ? He will offer you his valuable time in exploring your child’s particular situation. Dr. Sussman has talked to kids for decades. Maybe it is time to consider that he talks to yours.

Teen Psychologist in New Jersey

Looking for a New Jersey based Psychologist for your child/teen? Call Dr. Sussman at (908) 217-8106. Thank you for this outstanding *CLIENT REVIEW* from one of our past teen clients and his family.

 

"Dr. Steve - simply the best.

We started seeing Dr. Steve when our son was 15 years old due to his ADHD and ODD diagnosis. Dr. Steve is not your ordinary out of the box usual therapist you will find out there. His method is unorthodox but the only therapy that ever worked for our son. Dr. Steve sense of humor is an acquired taste but you are warned of this first time you meet with Dr. Steve to discuss your issues and expectations. Dr. Steve is the only therapist that ever continuously checked in on our son even though we no longer see him for years now. Our son has ever trusted only one therapist and that therapist is Dr. Steve. We are forever grateful to Dr. Steve for everything that he has done for our son and our family.

What went well:

I felt respected

Appointment scheduling

Listened & answered questions

Explained conditions well

Staff friendliness

Appointment wasn't rushed

Trusted the provider's decisions

Wait times"

Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign.

Dr. Steven Sussman, a renowned child psychologist from Mountainside, New Jersey, wants to warn you of the signs. These are the ones that may indicate your burgeoning teenager is having trouble in their Junior High Class.

Here are some of the important ones to look for –

1. A marked fall in school performance.

2. Poor grades even though they seem to be working hard.

3. Frequent physical complaints.

4. Displays of severe worry or anxiety.

Dr. Steven Sussman may be able to help in a variety of ways. His decades of experience have allowed him to see kids, maybe even better than you do your own! Please don’t hesitate. Make a complimentary phone call to Dr. Steve at the number listed on his website sussmankids.com.