Psychological Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Sarasota, FL

If you feel stuck, confused, locked in the same "dance" in your thoughts, behavior, and relationships, I will help you with the untangling. We will work together to find patterns, solve problems, and develop resilience and self-awareness. I work with individuals, families, and couples, and particularly enjoy young children and adolescents. I am particularly interesting in working with Gifted children and their parents...doing assessments, determining strengths and weaknesses, and helping families with the special opportunities involved. I also specialize in Couples work, using techniques that are evidence based and effective. I provide private Gifted Testing and ADHD, Learning Differences, and Memory Screening evaluations.

I am a Nationally Certified and Licensed School Psychologist in the Sarasota, Florida area. I offer comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations tailored to the needs of each student in the school-age years. I am passionate about uncovering each student's strengths and weaknesses in order to help them reach their full potential and I am able to provide extensive information regarding how your child thinks and learns. I also believe that understanding the whole child is an essential tool in improving all aspects of a child's life- socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.

Dr. Gavron performs neuropsychological testing for adults with such conditions as dementia, vascular disorders, Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, learning disabilities, neuropsychiatric disorders, infectious disease affecting the CNS, neurodevelopmental disorders, metabolic disease and neurological effects of medical disorders or treatment. She also conducts Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) evaluations in the pediatric population and provides individual and group cognitive strategies for individuals with or without a cognitive diagnosis.

I am dedicated to enhancing the health, development, and positive functioning of children, adolescents, and young adults. I am also passionate about supporting pregnant & postpartum mothers. My goal is to provide informed, strengths-based, research supported, compassionate treatment. I work with children and parents to improve wellbeing and functioning, strengthen relationships, and build skills to better manage stress, anxiety, behavior, and emotions. Participation in therapy is collaborative with a focus on strengths, reducing challenges, and increasing effective coping strategies to allow for optimal engagement in daily life.

Dr. Files-Hall is committed to serving the multifaceted needs of gulf coast families through evidence-based treatment. Dr. Files-Hall's mission is to provide superior, comprehensive, and integrative mental health services for children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Files-Hall is results-oriented and works collaboratively with families to produce symptom relief and create lasting change.

Dr. Hodges is a Clinical Neuropsychologist who offers comprehensive assessment services to adults. Neuropsychological evaluations are helpful in determining the etiology of certain cognitive concerns. Evaluations are used to assist in diagnosing a wide range of central nervous system disorders, including neurodegerative conditions (Alzheimers disese, Parkinsons), traumatic brain injury, and stroke amongst others. Your evaluation can then be used to assist with making recommendations for appropriate treatment planning purposes.

Michele is available to administer psycho-educational assessments of intelligence, academic achievement, cognitive processing, social development, emotional regulation, adaptive functioning, school readiness, executive functioning, and attention/concentration. Her evaluations include valuable recommendations for both school and home. She provides a range of counseling services to address the needs of students and their families and is a Certified Child & Adolescent Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP-CA).

Dr. Westheimer works with individuals of various ages, but has specialized training in the treatment of children and adolescents. Her graduate studies also included a concentration in neuropsychology. Dr. Westheimer's pre-doctoral internship was completed at The Children's Home in Tampa, Florida with an emphasis on adoption preservation, childhood neglect, trauma, and evaluation. She also completed a rotation providing immediate crisis intervention, assessment and referral, and short-term counseling. Her post-doctoral residency was completed at a local forensic private practice where she remained for three years.

Do you need help in coping with some of life's problems? Over the past 15 years I've provided compassionate solutions in short-term and long-term therapy to individuals, couples, and families with a variety of problems. Concerns include trauma, anxiety, panic & worry, a need for coping skills, depression, relationship strengthening, and more. My two specialty areas are anxiety & parenting. I have been dubbed the SARASOTA PARENTING DOCTOR. I see families and provide problem conceptualization & specific solutions for your parenting needs. Telephone consultations are welcome. Take 4 minutes to listen to my weekly parenting podcasts on my website.

I am a licensed psychologist who owns a private practice with several clinicians. Our specialty is providing evidence-based treatments. We have great passion for helping children, teens & their families struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, mood disorders, OCD, PANS/PANDAS, selective mutism, and trauma. We view each family as unique, aiming to identify the most effective treatment available for each situation, providing a supportive relationship and actively working together to reach your goals. Parents are an integral part of the treatment process.

I specialize in child therapy, Selective Mutism, OCD, behavioral issues, child and adult trauma, and gifted testing. I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed School Psychologist, EMDR Certified Therapist and a certified PCIT Therapist. I focus therapy on play-based, EMDR and cognitive behavioral strategies with a strong understanding of how children process and communicate. The family is always an integral part of therapy with children so I love bringing in parents and siblings in order to create a better future for the whole family.

I came into the field of school psychology through my teaching career in New York City. I became fascinated with child development through my years of having conversations with children, and I wanted to learn more about how their minds worked so I could help them define their problems and begin to explore ways to help them to find solutions. I have worked with students of all ages for more than 35 years as a school psychologist, as well as a teacher of general and special education. My experience gives me a unique perspective to conduct psychological and diagnostic evaluations for students with academic and behavioral challenges.

I believe that every person has intrinsic value and thus should be treated with great respect and positive regard. My overall approach is based on this premise and this attitude is maintained throughout therapy. My approach is direct, open, and relational. I do not hesitate to offer concrete direction once trust has been earned. I consider the "whole" person in developing a treatment plan, which to me includes their personal and family history, physical and emotional health, and current relationship support. I believe that the best therapy leads the client (both individuals and couples) towards increased well being.

Dr. Stephenson has a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, specializing in Pediatric Neuropsychology. He performs a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children (ADHD, LD, Gifted, Behavior) and adults (memory disorders, dementia, etc.). Dr. Stephenson is a part of the Comprehensive MedPsych Systems (CMPS) team, a private interdisciplinary behavioral health practice that offers a broad range individualized and empirically-based psychiatric, evaluation, and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. I OFFER SERVICES IN OUR SARASOTA & LAKEWOOD RANCH OFFICES.

Receiving a Master's in 2007 and Doctorate in 2016, my studies have inspired my career. Working for over a decade as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and also being a Florida Licensed School Psychologist, I am experienced in conducting psycho-educational evaluations, providing individual/group counseling, and collaborating with educators and families. In New York State, I worked as a School Psychologist in private/public schools for 8 years and as an Associate Trainer with Crisis Prevention Institute for 3 years. Since 2015, I currently work in a Florida public school district and also lead a Crisis Stabilization Team.

Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.

My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. I will work closely with you while we help to move you to a more positive and functional situation. We will work together collaboratively to relieve your distress and establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. The most important part of the experience will be to instill and foster hope, to help you see positive change, and to make sure that you feel supported. You are not alone.

"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties. Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.

In today's world of stress and global issues, I want you to know that I am walking this journey with you. I have over 20 years experience in mental health and recently opened my private practice in Maumelle - Comprehensive Health Psychology & Testing (www.comphpt.com). My treatment focus is strength-based on health and behavior change. I take an inquisitive and positive approach, which I believe can empower you to obtain your desired physical, mental, and emotional health.

Dr. Sears has enjoyed practicing Psychology in Sarasota and the surrounding area since 2007. Her areas of specialty include assessment and therapy in the following: neuropsychology, medical/behavioral health, psychological management of pain, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and geriatrics. She works primarily with adults and geriatrics.