Our Team

Adjustment issues related to chronic or acute medical conditions
Anxiety
Attention deficit disorders
Autism spectrum disorders
Behavioral concerns
Depression
Developmental issues

Bachelor’s Degree (Psychology),
Denison University

Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology),
Kent State University

Meghan received specialty training in the area of child clinical/pediatric psychology during her internship through the University of Louisville School of Medicine and Kosair Children’s Hospital. She continued her training with the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital where she completed a post-doctoral fellowship and was ultimately was hired to remain on staff. During her time at the Cleveland Clinic, she developed a pediatric primary care consultation service, completed comprehensive assessments in the Lerner School for Autism, and maintained a clinical therapy practice serving children and adolescents with a variety of concerns.

After several years on staff at the Cleveland Clinic, Meghan opened a private practice where she is passionate about providing excellent clinical care to children and adolescents who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges as well as educating the community about these topics. Meghan uses a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and a variety of evidence based therapeutic interventions in treatment.

Meghan served as a member of the Board of Directors for Connecting for Kids, a non-profit dedicated to providing education and support for families with concerns about their child’s development, and she earned the 2017 Board Member of the Year Award for her service. She also enjoys public speaking and has formed a partnership with the Lake Erie Nature and Science Center where she presents on The Preschooler’s Perspective. Additionally, she speaks to many local organizations and provides trainings for school students and staff. Meghan travels nationally and internationally to provide continuing education for professionals on topics including ASD, anxiety, and behavior problems. Meghan has been active as a member of the Milestones Autism Organization's conference planning committee and regularly presents workshops for this conference. She is a mentor for College Now Greater Cleveland and enjoys supporting the missions of other local organizations including BAYarts and Footpath Foundation. In her personal life, Meghan enjoys spending time with her husband and children and especially loves vacationing at their family cottage in northern Michigan.

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Anxiety
Attention deficit disorders
Autism spectrum disorders
Depression
Disruptive behavior
Family disruptions
Interpersonal trauma
Parent-child conflict

Undergraduate Degree,
College of Wooster

Psy.D (Doctorate of Psychology),
Wheaton College

Rob works with children ages 4-17. His work is informed by cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, and attachment theory, and he enjoys the challenge of tailoring evidence-based principles to a child’s individual needs, personality, and interest.

Rob also works with adults ages 18-65 who are experiencing elevated anxiety, depression, and emotional distress related to parenting and parent-child relationship problems, and various life stressors (moves, job changes, divorce, medical illness, grief). His work with adults integrates research-supported treatment, including Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. His training and experience also allows him to understand and address concerns from a relationship-centered approach that provides safety and growth within sessions that helps with broader family concerns.

Rob regularly collaborates with teachers, doctors, occupational therapists, or other professionals to provide individualized services.

Rob has provided consultation and seminars to therapists, educators, and churches regarding a variety of topics including: integrating faith and psychotherapy, mental health and the church, attachment development, and trauma.

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Attention deficit disorders
Autism spectrum disorders
Learning disabilities

Ph.D (Counseling Psychology),
University of Georgia

Heather is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the assessment of autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and learning disorders. Her primary goals during a comprehensive psychological evaluation are to characterize the child’s strengths and identify any relevant diagnoses while delivering a report with individualized recommendations in an efficient manner. During a comprehensive evaluation, Heather utilizes evidence-based assessment procedures and directly engages the child, parents, and authorized parties in order to create a complete diagnostic picture of the child.

In addition to her doctorate in Counseling Psychology, Heather completed an APA-accredited internship at Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health in North Canton, Ohio. She also completed postdoctoral training in an NIH-funded childhood depression research program at the University of Pittsburgh and in autism assessment at Daily Behavioral Health in Cleveland, Ohio.

Heather currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Connecting for Kids, a non-profit dedicated to providing education and support for families with concerns about their child’s development.

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Katie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience working with individuals of all ages. She specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and teens presenting with a variety of emotional, behavioral, and social needs. Her areas of expertise include ADHD, executive function, challenging behavior, parent and teacher education, anxiety and depression, adjustment to school issues, and family and couples therapy. Katie is particularly interested in the integration of neuroscience and treatment strategies to unlock the brain’s full potential and create lasting change. She has developed executive function programs for middle and high schoolers, college students, and adults--providing individual and group coaching, online learning, and school and workplace consultation/training. She is committed to educating the community about the importance of addressing executive function, and teaching innovative learning and self-management strategies. Katie values a systemic approach to treatment and uses a variety of evidence-based interventions. In 2014, she completed advanced training in Collaborative and Proactive Solutions with Dr. Ross Greene and is dedicated to advocating for a more compassionate and effective way to treat behaviorally challenging kids at home and in school. She incorporates this collaborative and proactive approach in her work with families and schools to create lasting change, stronger skills and improved functioning. She earned her undergraduate degree at Penn State University and went on to earn a Masters of Arts in Liberal Studies from Georgetown University before completing her Masters of Science in Professional Counseling. She has worked with a wide range of populations, including the most vulnerable children and families in Baltimore and Washington DC, where she lived for 12 years before relocating to Northeast Ohio.

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Executive function skill development
Attention deficit disorders
Anxiety
Adjustment to school issues
Parent education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Ohio University Master of Science in Social Administration, Case Western University, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences

Melissa is a Licensed Independent Social Worker. She graduated from the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences in 1994 and has worked as both a residential and a community-based counselor. She is currently a school counselor and has served families in Rocky River City Schools in that capacity since 2012. Working with children, adolescents and families in various settings, Melissa has combined her experience within schools and therapeutic settings. She compassionately uses a strength-based approach to work with children and families who may be struggling at home and in school, particularly in the area of executive functioning. Melissa works with school-aged children, parents, and families to develop goals to address daily challenges that may impact the family as a whole. Melissa collaborates with the family as a system. She strives to facilitate a broader understanding of the challenges at hand and values the development of new skills and strategies. Melissa’s practice is influenced by cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness. Melissa uses concepts from Collaborative and Proactive Solutions to facilitate effective and meaningful communication, an integral component of effective parenting and healthy families.

Melissa is committed to working with families and children to help them gain perspective, skills and strategies. She is energized by the resilience and creativity that both parents and children utilize when working on a problem together. She is passionate about supporting families as they journey to find new ways to develop and grow together.

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Anxiety Disorders
Childhood Trauma
Depression including suicidal thoughts and self-injurious behaviors
Family Therapy
LGBTQ Youth
Oppositional Behaviors
Parent Training
School Concerns

Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences Master of Science in Social Administration Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Katherine is a Supervising Licensed Independent Social Worker who graduated from the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. She is currently the clinical and administrative supervisor of intensive home based treatment programs for a local community mental health agency. She has experience working with multi-system youth including those involved with Juvenile Justice and Child Protective Services. She is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has specific training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the treatment of anxiety and depression in children and adolescents, family systems, and Intensive Home Based Treatment.

Katherine is passionate about her work with youth and families. She is committed to assisting youth and families in overcoming challenges together using a strengths-based approach. Whether meeting individually or as a family, she is committed to ensuring that each person feels involved in the therapeutic process and has the opportunity to have their thoughts or concerns addressed and their questions answered in a safe, supportive, and confidential environment.

Anxiety

Attention Deficit Disorders

Autism

Executive Functioning Skill Development

Parent Training

School Concerns

Self-esteem & Self-confidence

Social Skills Development

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary and Special Education
Providence College

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
John Carroll University

Maggie is a Licensed Professional Counselor under the Supervision of Liz Wolanski, LPCC-S, as well as a Licensed Intervention Specialist, with over 7 years of experience working with children in grades K-8 to overcome various academic, behavioral, and social challenges such as specific learning disabilities, ASD, ADHD, anxiety, and more. Maggie has developed and introduced a school-based counseling program at Julie Billiart Schools in order to better serve the mental health needs of students with special needs in a school setting. Maggie uses a client-centered approach in her therapeutic practice in order to meet the needs of school-aged children wherever they are at. Using a whole-child mindset, Maggie focuses on helping children to develop helpful vs. harmful thinking patterns, positive coping skills to navigate challenges of school and home life, and pro-social behaviors to increase healthy relationships and communication. Maggie has experience working with individuals, groups, and families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and other expressive and hands-on techniques such as play therapy and art therapy.

Maggie is passionate about providing early, strengths-based intervention to young children in order to help them develop strong social, executive functioning, and coping skills. After working as a full-time Intervention Specialist, Maggie has a unique perspective on working with children who struggle in the school setting, and is committed to helping children thrive socially, behaviorally, and academically. Maggie focuses on each child’s unique and individualized needs, and recognizes that no two children are exactly alike. Whether it is in an individualized, group, or family setting, Maggie strives to make everyone in the room feel safe, comfortable, supported, and heard.