Evidence-Based Therapy Services

Therapy Targets

Everyone’s brain works a little differently—and that’s something I deeply respect. When I talk about neurodiversity, I’m referring to the natural range of ways people think, feel, learn, and process the world. This includes things like autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and sensory sensitivities.

For neurodivergent individuals seeking support, know that I aim to create a space where your unique ways of being are understood and supported. The therapy goals listed below can be adapted to fit your needs and preferences, and we’ll work together in a way that feels comfortable, respectful, and effective for you. I often use tools like visual supports, structured sessions, sensory-friendly approaches, and flexible communication styles to help make therapy more accessible and effective. We’ll work together in a way that feels comfortable, respectful, and meaningful to you.

  • Supporting children and teens in managing worries, phobias, and school-related stress, while involving parents in building healthy coping strategies.

  • Supporting young people experiencing sadness, withdrawal, or irritability, while providing families with resources to stay connected and supportive.

  • Helping children and adolescents identify and manage big emotions, impulsivity, and frustration with collaborative parent coaching.

  • Guidance for families navigating attention challenges, organization difficulties, and focus issues—at home and in school.

  • Strengthening connection, understanding, and mutual respect between caregivers and their children.

  • Building confidence and empathy in social situations, with tools for navigating friendship dynamics, bullying, and social anxiety.

  • Assisting with school-related anxiety, perfectionism, and adjusting to new environments—from elementary to college transitions.

  • Helping youth explore who they are, boost self-worth, and feel empowered—especially during critical developmental years.

  • Supporting children and teens through family transitions (divorce, moves, losses) with sensitivity and age-appropriate care.

  • Helping families find balance around social media, gaming, and screen habits through open dialogue and collaborative goal-setting

Relevant Diagnoses

Clients have have reached out to me for psychological assessment or intervention services have had one or more of the following formal diagnoses (or informal diagnoses; meaning it was suspected but no formal assessment was conducted):

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

  • Conduct Disorder

  • Attachment Disorders (Reactive Attachment Disorder; Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder)

  • Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorders

  • Eating Disorders

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD; inattentive, hyperactive, combined type)

  • Specific Learning Disorder

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

  • Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder

  • Panic Disorder

  • Specific Phobia

  • Selective Mutism

  • Agoraphobia

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

  • Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

  • Bipolar I and II Disorders

  • Internet Gaming Disorder (listed in DSM-5 Section III as a condition for further study)

Therapy Timeline

  • Step 1: Intake and Assessment

    Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you're unsure what to expect. So let’s start with wherever you are today. Whether you're a parent seeking support for your child or a teen exploring therapy for yourself, we’ll take things at a pace that makes sense for you.

    In our first few sessions, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and understanding what’s been going on. We’ll talk about your goals and what you hope to get out of therapy. From there, we’ll create a plan together to help you move forward—whether that means learning new coping tools, working through tough emotions, or building stronger relationships.

    I will also share recommendations for the type of therapy (e.g., CBT, DBT, EFFT) that has been scientifically found to be helpful based on your goals. This step sets the foundation for meaningful work that is individualized to your family. It also helps you identify if we are a good fit.

    For children, the first meeting may be a parent-only or a joint parent-child session.

    For older teens and young adults, if preferred, I am happy to meet with you initially so you can express your needs directly prior to meeting with any caregiver who may be paying for the service. Alternatively, I may meet with caregivers first to help address barriers to their youth’s openness to participate in therapy.

  • Step 2: Keep Showing Up

    Start where are you are today and I will meet you there. Therapy isn’t about having all the answers—it is a space where you can be heard, supported, and gradually build the skills to feel more confident and connected.

    Therapy is also most effective when it’s a team effort. I ask that you attend our sessions as planned and slowly try out strategies between visits. We can adjust our approach based on what’s working for your family—because real change happens both inside and outside the therapy sessions.

  • Step 3: Moving from Therapy

    When it’s time to wrap up, we’ll review your progress together and discuss next steps. Whether it’s transitioning out of therapy, building a plan for continued growth at home, or knowing how to return if new challenges arise—you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and tools you can carry forward.

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