SPECIALTIES

 

CHILDREN

Parent’s often seek out the help of a therapist if a child’s behavior is causing chronic trouble in school or is seriously disrupting family life. Disruptive or explosive behavior can be generated by frustration, anxiety, anger, sadness, trauma or even difficulty learning. Getting help as soon as possible is imperative in preventing children from falling behind their peers in emotional, social and academic development.

  • Anger
  • Bullying
  • Impulse Control Issues 
  • Anxiety
  • Loss & Grief
  • ADHD
  • Academic issues
  • Social Anxiety
  • OCD 
  • Perfectionism 

TWEENS

The “between years” 8-12, though short are particularly tumultuous. The developmental period is characterized by vast physical, social, cognitive and psychological changes which can leave a tween feeling insecure, apprehensive, dysregulated, vulnerable and nervous.
  • Coping skills
  • Social skills training
  • Assertiveness training
  • ADHD
  • Grief and Loss
  • OCD
  • Social issues
  • Academic pressure
  • Bullying
  • Self-esteem
  • Anxiety
  • Social Anxiety
  • Perfectionism 

TEENS

1 in 5 teens aged 13-18 have, or will have, a mental illness. In order to offset the widespread detrimental effects of unaddressed psychological issues it’s best to seek the help of an experienced professional in the mental health field as soon as possible.
  • ADHD
  • Coping skills
  • Impulse control issues
  • Social Anxiety
  • Assertiveness training
  • Anxiety
  • Bullying
  • OCD
  • Academic issues
  • Peer Issues
  • Social media use & Behavioral Addiction
  • Body image
  • Perfectionism 

YOUNG ADULTS

Sadly, Young adults are experiencing higher levels of depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide than any other generation before. 75% of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 24. Dr. K sees clients up until the age of 22. 

  • Anxiety
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Career decisions
  • Relationships
  • Perfectionism
  • ADHD

PARENTS 

When working with children or teens who struggle with ADHD, OCD, Anxiety disorders, or learning disabilities, parent training and education are integral in the treatment process. Together we’ll work as a team to help create goals, systems, and strategies that will set your child up for success at home and in school.

 THE NEURODIVERGENT

“Neurodiversity” is the natural diversity of human brains. It describes the highly diverse ways in which individuals learn, think and process information. “Neurodivergent” is a term used to describe a person whose brain functioning differs from what’s considered the “neurologically typical” or “neurotypical” person.

  • ASD Level 1
  • ADHD
  • OCD
  • Dyscalculia
  • Dyslexia
  • Dyspraxia
  • Dysgraphia
  • Sensory Processing Issues
  • Tic Disorders
  • Highly Sensitive Children/Teens
  • Gifted Children