Giftedness is a category assigned to children who perform or excel in something at levels much higher than their peers. Gifted children may have a particular affinity for math, reading, art, or another task or subject. They often need to be challenged at a higher level to recognize their potential. Sometimes, gifted children also have Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or other mental health concerns.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions for gifted children include helping children and families understand their unique abilities, develop these abilities, and incorporate this sense of giftedness into an identity that allows the child to reach their potential. If gifted children struggle with another mental health concern, counseling can help them address it simultaneously.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Giftedness
Dr. Larson's (previously Dr. Hiemenz) evaluations provide not just a diagnosis, but a clear plan for intervention based on strengths and weaknesses. I am a board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist specializing in assessment and intervention for children with TBI, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, or Dyslexia. I consult with schools to help develop special education IEP or 504 plan services for...
Is your child having difficulty in school, despite picking up easily on some things? Does she have advanced verbal skills, but struggle to learn to read? Have teachers expressed concerns about his focus or behavior at school? Perhaps your child has emotional outbursts after a long day at school, or seems to have very uneven development in different abilities. If you wonder if your child has ADH...
I provide non-judgmental care for Sexual and Gender Outsiders. *NOTE* I do NOT return phone calls without a Voicemail message requesting a return call and letting me know if it is safe to leave a message. My additional clinical specialties involve working with the chronically ill and high-achieving clients who struggle with impostor syndrome and perfectionism. Limited new client slots available...
Do you frequently feel overwhelmed, frustrated and unsatisfied? Do you find that your relationships are suffering? People are often faced with stressors related to parenting, marriage, loss and emotional overload. I understand that these things are difficult to face alone. I help people to implement practical strategies so they will start living a more satisfied life. During therapy you can exp...
Crossroads Assessment Center specializes in the following types of testing: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Gifted, Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) / Academic Problems, Attentional Concerns or Hyperactivity / ADHD, and School Readiness. Crossroads Assessment Center aid parents with the initial phase in improving learning deficits, behavioral, and/or psychological disparities their children...
As human beings, we are capable of deep healing and change in a loving environment. Even more so, children are capable of creating change in a way that helps the whole family heal. Most times, children tend to take on the unhealed pain of the family. In that way, children act as the gateway for growth within the family system. In working with your child, I work with your entire family to addres...
Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful...
I love to work with bright, creative, gifted clients of all ages who are stuck in a negative cycle due to anxiety, depression, or current or past traumas, that is getting in the way of living up to their potential. I can help you develop and maintain a connection with your creativity (artistic and/or intellectual), whether that application is used for a hobby, livelihood or dreams for the futur...
Therapy can be a decisive step in the direction of greater contentment and joy in life but often we are in the greatest emotional pain when we decide to go. I offer a welcoming space for you to discuss the challenges in your life and my goal is to support your well-being and healing. I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, couple and family conflict utilizing research-based approaches. I offer EMD...
Are you concerned about your child's progress in school, academic potential, social skills or independence? We have expanded our service and now offer individual and group therapy for children and teens to combat the unique stressors of school and life. We also specialize in Neuroeducational diagnostic testing and evaluations with young people. We differentially diagnose (e.g., autism, learning...
My goal is for you to not just survive, but truly thrive, in mind, body and spirit. I specialize in working with anxiety and stress. I'm very aware of the feelings of vulnerability that can arise in exploring these issues. I know that healing and transformation is possible, and working together to create a sense of safety is the first step. I have a somatic and mindfulness-based orientation, so...
Are you - or is someone you care about - dealing with hightened stress, depression, anxiety, or problems associated with addiction? If so, then you might be feeling confused about coping skills, self care or which road to take. Perhaps you are struggling to understand a relationship with someone, or even yourself. You may wonder: "Do I need to let go of the past or try to understand it better?"...
My aim is to be genuine, down-to-earth, and to use a healthy dose of humor in therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-injury, and school-avoidance. I understand the pressures students and their families face. Prior to becoming a therapist, I taught middle and high school. I have also provided therapeutic services within t...
We specialize in helping children and adolescents who have issues at school, issues at home, or issues that they hide inside. Have you tried medications without success? Has your child had several therapists in the past that can't seem to pin down what's going on? If you need to better understand your child, we can help. We provide targeted psychological assessments to learn more about what's...
Do you feel lost in your thoughts? Are you losing a sense of purpose? Utilizing openness and a therapy style crafted for each unique client, I will work with you to find your true self. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with stress, giftedness, sexual and gender identity, creativity, the arts, boundaries, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, and depression. I am...
