Developmental disorders describe a wide range of conditions such as learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disabilities, and Cerebral Palsy. Often diagnosed in children, many counseling interventions can help with developmental disorders. Occupational, speech, and language therapies and motor skills training can be helpful for children with these concerns.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions often include the parents or entire family to work on integrating activities, skills, and techniques that work to help the child function more efficiently. Parents may require more intensive counseling to deal with the potential difficulties of raising a differently-abled child.
A broad approach with many options is best for children diagnosed with a developmental disorder so the therapist and family can develop a treatment plan that works best for the individual child.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Developmental Disorders
My passion has always been working with children, adolescents, and families to restore balance back into their lives. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting. I understand how emotions can impact learning along with school success. My goal is to work with your child so he or she can experience a better emotional, and socially-positive way of...
Whether you can’t seem to manage your own impulses, anxiety or pain, or someone else’s choices have left you feeling stuck, it’s often hard to find a single safe person to telI. I want to be a safe place for you, where you feel it’s okay to be who you are. Together we can work to look at which ways of thinking and reacting are helping you reach your goals, learning to welcome and assess your...
Reena comes with an extensive background working with both adults and adolescents. She has worked with a diverse population in the mental health field which incorporates families, couples, addictions, mental health (anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, etc.), dually diagnosed, and developmental disabilities including but not limited to autism and Asperger's Syndrome. She also has experience w...
I am a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the completion of psychological, psycho-educational, and neuropsychological evaluations to better understand an individual's strengths/challenges and provide recommendations to allow for future success. I have extensive experience completing assessments with children through young adults struggling with learning and language delays, attention an...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual therapy, group therapy, and psychological and psychoeducational testing. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and parents to provide assistance with children and adolescent's emotional, behavioral, social, and learning difficulties. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy most frequently in practice, but integrate other...
Distance therapy is available; live video, HIPAA compliant. In-person &/or telehealth options can help you change the outcome of your 'story' in a safe, holistic way, by gaining your own sense of protection and discovery by combining neurobiology (brain/body science) with ancient healing approaches. I address your whole self, often including body, thought, emotion, relationships, spirituality- ...
Reaching out is a victory! People seek counseling for a variety of reasons. Often, people seek therapy for the first time because someone close to them has suggested they get help. Others seek counseling because they have identified specific goals or issues that they wish to work on. Many people are struggling with common issues. Sometimes all we need is just a little help to navigate the...
I am a licensed psychologist and provide evaluation and treatment. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and I have special expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Behavioral Disorders. I use techniques tailored to individual needs to ensure services are a collaborative process....
I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) trained in Gestalt and body psychotherapy. Believing that the body holds the wisdom to heal itself, my practice combines talk therapy with various forms of energy work to facilitate awareness around malfunctioning energy patterns both in the body and in the mind. I am certified in Gestalt Therapy, Integral Somatic Psychotherapy (a...
I believe our unique relationships, beliefs and experiences shape who we are as individuals and provide the content for our personal stories. It is not uncommon to become stuck or feel hopeless; however, there is no one-size-fits-all solution to our unique challenges. Although you may be feeling disconnected, exhausted, or plagued with worry, you have the ability to take the steps necessary to...
*I am currently accepting new clients via telehealth for PCIT or Best Practice Evaluations only.* I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in work with children and their families. I am trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy, an evidence-based therapy for young children between 2.5-7 exhibiting behavioral challenges such as aggression, negative attention-seeking behaviors, low...
I truly value my connection with people, making every effort to understand their needs. As a clinical psychologist, practicing in the South Bay for the past 18 years, my focus has included comprehensive neuropsychological assessments of children and adults, as well as individual therapy using expressive arts and cognitive behavioral interventions. Whether it is in the context of an evaluation,...
Specific insights about ourselves can help liberate our inherent energy, break out of depression and calm anxiety. I have a gift for perceiving an individual's unique strengths, preferences, talents, tendencies, and temperaments. (These can be difficult to see in ourselves, because they naturally make us who we are. They make us unique in 10,000 people!) I delight in helping people discover how...
I graduated from The College of William and Mary with my M. Ed. in Marriage and Family Counseling in 2015. I have experience with emotionally distressed youth and their families, as well as couples and older adults. I work with clients who struggle with ADHD, ODD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum, self-esteem and other issues. I utilize a person-centered, strengths based approach, with a...
l believe people are the best solutions to their problems and with the proper supports, individuals can accomplish anything. I'm comfortable with treating a host of challenges: including sexual and emotional traumas, mood and depression disorders, anxiety disorders, relationship issues, divorce, attention deficits and grief and loss. I love working with children and families and am comfortable...
