Parents and children usually want the same thing: for life at home and school to feel easier. I help parents understand what is driving their child's behavior, whether it is a learning difference, regulation challenges, anxiety, or autism. And I help children communicate what they feel and what they need from the adults around them. That shared understanding is where change starts. I offer counseling for children and psychoeducational evaluations (ages 5 to 16), so you can get answers, support, or both. Children open up when they feel understood, so connection comes first. I take time to learn what each child cares about, build on their strengths, and make sessions somewhere they want to return. With parents, I explain what I see in plain language, listen closely to what you know about your child, and keep you informed every step of the way. I have spent more than 20 years as a school psychologist in MA public schools, including a specialized program for students with autism with wraparound ABA supports. I understand the IEP process well: how teams gather information, make eligibility decisions, and build services. I know how to work productively with the educators who see your child every day.
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