Who We Care For
Children & Adolescents
Compassionate, developmentally-informed psychiatric care for children and teens (ages 6–17), in close partnership with families, from ADHD and mood or anxiety disorders to early psychosis and complex behavioral concerns.
Conditions I treat
ADHD
Careful evaluation and practical strategies for focus, organization, and impulse control at home and school. No prior diagnosis required for ages 6–17.
Major depressive disorder
Supportive, family-centered treatment for persistent sadness, irritability, or loss of interest.
Generalized anxiety disorder
Compassionate, evidence-based care that helps children and teens feel calmer and more in control.
OCD
Specialized treatment for intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that disrupt daily life.
Bipolar disorder
Accurate diagnosis and steady, ongoing care for shifts in mood, energy, and activity.
PTSD
A safe, trauma-informed path toward healing using proven approaches.
Social anxiety
Building confidence and coping skills for fear and avoidance in social or school settings.
Performance & testing anxiety
Tools to manage the worry and pressure that surface around tests and performance.
Behavioral concerns
Thoughtful assessment and a coordinated plan for challenging behaviors, in partnership with families.
Autism spectrum disorder (previously diagnosed)
Ongoing psychiatric support and medication management for youth with an existing ASD diagnosis. A prior diagnosis is required.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
Structured, family-centered strategies for persistent defiance, anger, and conflict.
Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD)
Careful diagnosis and treatment for chronic irritability and frequent, intense outbursts.
First-episode psychosis
Early, attentive intervention when a young person first experiences psychosis.
Schizophrenia
Comprehensive, coordinated care including medication management and long-term support.
Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Diagnosis and integrated treatment for combined mood and psychotic symptoms.
Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Care that addresses both depressive symptoms and psychosis together.
Self-harm
A safe, nonjudgmental space and a clear safety plan, with families closely involved.
Post-hospitalization care
Attentive follow-up and continuity of care after a psychiatric hospitalization.
Group home, foster care & adoption support
Sensitive, coordinated psychiatric care for youth in foster, adoptive, or group-home settings.
Adjustment disorder
Support through difficult transitions, stressors, and life changes.
Bullying-related distress
Help processing the emotional impact of bullying and rebuilding confidence.
This list is not exhaustive. If you don’t see your concern, reach out. I’m glad to help you find the right care.
Common questions
Yes. Appointments run into the early evening Tuesday through Thursday (1:00 PM to 6:00 PM), with Saturday morning hours (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM) as well, so after-school and weekend visits are easy to schedule.
Ages 6 through 17. Adults are seen through age 65.
Yes, by secure video across North Carolina, with in-person visits in Garner on request.
Seeking care for children & adolescents?
Request an appointment and I’ll follow up personally to discuss fit, availability, and next steps.