Children and Adolescents

Does your child exhibit behaviors that you cannot control? Does your child appear anxious or depressed? Has your child been hurt by abuse or a traumatic event? As a parent, there is nothing more frustrating than not knowing how to help your child.

Dr. Caporale will work with you and your child to work through unpleasant emotions and events as well as reduce inappropriate behaviors.

Dr. Caporale commonly works with children experiencing the following issues:

Anxiety
Depression
Behavior Problems
Divorce
Physical, Sexual and Emotional Abuse
Sexually Reactive Children
Children with Sexual Behavior Problems
Excessive Anger
Odd or Bizzare Behaviors
Autism, Asperger's Syndrome
Suicidal or Homicidal Thoughts

Dr. Caporale uses a variety of techniques to reduce your child's symptoms. These techniques include play therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), problem solving skills training (PSST), applied behavior analysis (ABA) and trauma reduction techniques. As Dr. Caporale works with your child, she will involve you in the treatment process by explaining the cause of your child's symptoms and instructing you on ways to implement therapeutic principles in your home.

Begin the process of healing for your child by contacting Dr. Caporale.