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
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Stephanie Velasco is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania in 2010. Stephanie worked for 2 years in the suburbs of Philadelphia before moving to the South Bay. Stephanie has spent the majority ...
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NOW PROVIDING VIRTUAL COUNSELING THROUGH TELEMEDICINE! Cara Ann Stillwell is a clinician on staff at Inspiring Wellness in Sayville, NY. Cara is a NYS Licensed Social Worker, who earned her degree through Stony Brook University. Cara has professional experience in the mental health field providing individual and family therapy. She works with a variety of ages including children 5 and older,...
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“When you change your mind, you change your life.” This is a beautiful quote that I heard many years ago, and it stuck with me. My name is Casey Ann Johnston, and I recently graduated from Mount Mercy University with a master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. I look forward to working with all populations and cultures. My passion is helping others reach their goals by utilizing congruent...
Welcome to my profile page! I look forward to meeting you and your family. I have 14 years of social work experience in child welfare working with children, birth parents, foster parents and adoptive parents. I have also worked in a hospital setting with children and adults with depression, anxiety, and struggling with suicide. I enjoy supporting families as they move through the challenges of ...
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I believe everyone is capable of growth and wellness. My goal is to offer others a safe place to come and work on their most personal and inner selves. My theoretical approach is client-centered, focusing on the counseling relationship and self-exploration. I view every client as someone pursuing healing, and I want to give them the space to bring in what is weighing on them so we can process...
*ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS* Are you feeling psychologically depleted or fearfully uncertain about the future? If you are feeling isolated, distressed, or experiencing problems in your relationships I hope I can guide you through these challenging times. My goal as your therapist would be to help you find your own pathway to healing, balance, and a peace of mind. I offer therapy for individuals who...
Dr. Kierce is the President and Founder of Sentiero, an outpatient practice composed of school psychologists, clinical psychologists, and registered psychological assistants. Psychological assessment, individual/group psychotherapy, parent support groups/workshops, school advocacy, & very young children through the transitions into older adulthood encompass our expertise. The approach at Sentie...
