Adolescence can be a very difficult time.  From the Pre-teen to Young Adult years, existence can be very complicated within and between the different facets of life; school, peers, family.  I work from a Cognitive Behavioral theoretical perspective focusing on changing thinking, feeling, and behaviors to encourage growth and change and learning of new and needed strategies and skills for now and the future. 

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship facilitates the process of change.  I establish a trusting relationship with each client as a basis for working together.  I work with clients on a variety of issues including:

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• Anxiety

• Depression

• Asperger’s Syndrome

• Social Skills Deficits

• ADHD

• Academic Issues

• Behavioral Problems

• Peer Relationships

• Performance Anxiety

 

Whether it is Middle School, High School, or College, education maintains an important and significant part of an adolescent’s life.  I have worked extensively within both public and private schools helping students to address difficulties in learning.  As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist for over 15 years, I have an in-depth knowledge of the special education system.  In addition to working through issues related to school, I can perform psychoeducational assessments and consult with parents as they try to navigate the special education process or to access help for their student through Section 504 Accommodations Plan.

 

I have been committed throughout my professional life to working with Preteens, Adolescents, and Young Adults.  I believe that successfully navigating this potentially difficult and confusing time of life can improve a person’s future development and the ability to live a happy and productive life.