Areas of Expertise

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Internalizing Symptoms: Anxiety, depression, social withdrawal, low self-esteem, somatic complaints, obsessive thoughts, self-harm.
Externalizing Symptoms: Aggression, hyperactivity, impulsivity, defiance, conduct problems, explosive temper, risk-taking behaviors.
Cognitive Symptoms: Memory issues, attention deficits, executive dysfunction, impaired reasoning, language difficulties, disorientation, poor concentration, challenges in learning new information.
Developmental and Neurological Symptoms: Delayed speech, motor function delays, sensory processing issues, cognitive delays, emotion regulation difficulties, adaptive functioning delays.

Individual Mental Health Counseling: Enhancing security, connection, self-esteem, autonomy, validation, love and affection, purpose, respect, and personal growth.

Group Mental Health Counseling: Facilitating shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth.
Behavioral Coaching:

Individual: Establishing structure and routine, skill development, positive reinforcement, healthy habits, stress management, boundaries setting, social skills enhancement, fostering autonomy and independence, engagement, and motivation.
Group: Leveraging group dynamics to address behavioral needs and reinforce learning.

Individual Educational Coaching: Providing instructional support, skill development, feedback and assessment, fostering motivation and engagement, ensuring access to technology, and offering subject-specific support.
Collaboration and Reporting: Working closely with parents and schools, providing detailed reporting, and issuing recommendation letters to support educational planning.

Adaptation Support: Assisting expat children with adaptation challenges through tailored interventions and play date sessions to enhance social skills and a sense of belonging.
Parent and Caregiver Guidance: Offering workshops and psychoeducation to support expat parents and caregivers in guiding their children through emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges.
Resource Development: Providing psycho-educational tools for home use, improving resilience, and coping skills across the family.

Referrals: Directing to speech therapy, occupational therapy, or general practitioners as needed.

Community Engagement: Organizing playdate sessions within the expat community to foster social connections and cultural integration.