Ryan Schare, M.S., is a psychology intern at the Bio Behavioral Institute specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD in children, adolescents, and young adults. Her work focuses on CBT, ERP, DBT-informed methods, and behavioral parent training. She has trained at Long Island University-Post Psychological Services Center, the Child and Family Institute, Cognitive Behavioral Associates, and LIJ/Zucker Hillside Hospital’s Child Outpatient Department. Ryan earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Maryland and her M.S. in Applied Psychology from LIU Post, where she is completing her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology.
Ryan Schare, M.S.
Psychology Intern
March 23, 2026
The DBT Pros and Cons Skill
When emotional arousal drives impulsive decisions, the DBT Pros and Cons skill helps you pause, weigh short-term relief against long-term consequences, and choose wisely.
March 25, 2026
Finding Relief in the Moment: The DBT Distract Skill
When emotions feel too big to handle, the DBT ACCEPTS skill gives you seven concrete ways to shift your attention and get through the crisis without making things worse.
April 6, 2026
Creating Space Before You React: The DBT STOP Skill
When emotions are intense and you are at risk of reacting impulsively, the DBT STOP skill helps you pause, observe, and respond mindfully instead of making things worse.
January 30, 2026
Creating Calm Intentionally: The DBT IMPROVE the Moment Skill
IMPROVE the Moment is a DBT distress tolerance skill with 7 strategies — from imagery to self-encouragement — for getting through a crisis without making things worse.
December 12, 2025
Finding Comfort in the Moment: The DBT Self-Soothe Skill
When emotions feel overwhelming, the DBT Self-Soothe skill uses sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch to calm your nervous system and get through the moment.
