ashburn psychological services

"Auditory Hypersensitivity and Autism Spectrum Disorders" by Dr. Jay Lucker

2018-11-20T19:39:48+00:00

Dr. Jay Lucker of Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services recently published a schorarly article on auditory hypersensitivity for children with autism. Auditory Hypersensitivity in Autism Dr. Jay Lucker is a highly regarded speech and language and auditory processing specialist with a speciality in evaluating special needs children and teens. His professional biography is posted here for your review. Jay R. Lucker, Ed.D., CCC-A/SLP, FAAA Dr. Lucker is a certified/licensed audiologist and speech-language pathologist specializing in auditory information processing disorders (APD). Dr. Lucker is also an associate professor in the Dept. of Communication Sciences & Disorders at Howard University, Washington, DC. Dr. [...]

"Auditory Hypersensitivity and Autism Spectrum Disorders" by Dr. Jay Lucker2018-11-20T19:39:48+00:00

Virginia Home Based Counseling Meeting at Ashburn Psychological Services

2018-11-20T20:25:58+00:00

Ms. Jennifer Sexton of Virginia Home Based Counseling met with Dr. Amy Gordon, Dr. Margaret Wong, Dr. Maggie Avedisian, Dr.Joseph Novello and Dr. Michael Oberschneider of Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services to discuss ways in which the two groups could work together more closely to support Northern Virginia families in need. Virginia Home Based Counseling is a State Licensed Intensive In-Home Service program that provides therapeutic intervention to families with children who are at risk for an out of home placement due to the child's mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder. Intensive in-home services are an effective way to address the situation [...]

Virginia Home Based Counseling Meeting at Ashburn Psychological Services2018-11-20T20:25:58+00:00

Cumberland Hospital Visit at Ashburn Psychological Services

2018-11-20T23:26:39+00:00

Ms. Noreine Filipkowski of Cumberland Hospital met with Dr. Maggie Avedisian, Dr. Margaret Wong, Dr. Amy Gordon, Dr. Joseph Novello and Dr. Michael Oberschneider to discuss ways in which the two agencies can work together better to support Virginia children and adolescents with significant medical and physical disabilities, injuries and/or lifelong illnesses. To learn more about Cumberland Hospital's in-patient and residential facilities, we invite you to visit them at: www.cumberlandhospital.com or at (800) 368-3472.

Cumberland Hospital Visit at Ashburn Psychological Services2018-11-20T23:26:39+00:00

Ashburn VA Psychiatrist Weekend Hours

2018-11-20T23:29:19+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services is pleased to announce that our psychiatrists are now seeing new and existing patients over the weekend. Over the past few decades, one of the bona fide revolutions in mental health treatment has involved the use of modern, FDA-approved medications for certain mental disorders. A careful medication regimen under close supervision of a physician can reduce overall levels of distress, promoting a more appropriate adjustment to situational stressors, as well as facilitating improvements through psychotherapy. Medications are often combined with psychotherapy for treating mental and emotional disorders. APS has Board Certified Child, Adolescent, Adult and Forensic [...]

Ashburn VA Psychiatrist Weekend Hours2018-11-20T23:29:19+00:00

Family Therapy in Ashburn, Virginia

2018-11-20T23:56:50+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services psychologists and psychiatrists offer expertise in a wide range of family issues including: Healthy communication Collaborative planning and problem-solving Conflict resolution Family of origin concerns Step families/blended families Alternative families Parenting guidance Life transition issues Loss, grief and trauma Separation and divorceᅠᅠᅠᅠ We invite you to contact our office manager at (703) 723-2999 to discuss your needs and how we can best be of service to you.

Family Therapy in Ashburn, Virginia2018-11-20T23:56:50+00:00

Developmental Testing Ashburn, VA

2018-11-21T00:05:05+00:00

Developmental testing examines and analyzes what an infant or toddler can and cannot do using a standardized set of questions, procedures and methods. The results of these inquiries can be quantified. This information helps parents and clinicians understand how a child compares to a population of children who are developing normally and points to developmental domains that need intervention. As children develop, some may demonstrate social, communication and problem solving skills at a slower or inconsistent rate, which in turn, impedes their development. Developmental testing will serve to identify if a child is experiencing within normal range weaknesses or more pervasive [...]

Developmental Testing Ashburn, VA2018-11-21T00:05:05+00:00

Forensic Psychiatrist Forensic Psychologist Ashburn, VA

2018-11-21T00:57:51+00:00

Understanding a client's cognitive functioning and psychological profile are an important part of building a successful legal defense. The skilled team at Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services (APS), through state-of-the-art psychiatric, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations, provide an objective evaluation of clients' mental status in the context of relevant legal issues. These evaluations can provide psychological profiling, an assessment of client competency, an objective evaluation of distress experienced, as well as an assessment of the client's psychological functioning. APS clinicians have extensive legal experience including a nationally renowned forensic psychiatrist and psychologists with direct experience working for the Justice Department and the [...]

Forensic Psychiatrist Forensic Psychologist Ashburn, VA2018-11-21T00:57:51+00:00

Depression Assessment and Treatment Ashburn, VA

2018-11-21T01:06:13+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services provides the most advanced, state of the art assessment and treatment for depression. As a multidisciplinary team, we start with a comprehensive assessment conducted either by one of our highly credentialed psychiatrist's or clinical psychologist's. Emotional testing is sometimes warranted for diagnostic clarification - Adjustment Disorder, Mood Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dysthymia, Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD and other mood related conditions. Treatment is then individualized to the care and needs of the client. Treatment may include medication and/or individual therapy or group therapy. To schedule a consultation with our team, please contact our office manager, Christine Kutt, [...]

Depression Assessment and Treatment Ashburn, VA2018-11-21T01:06:13+00:00

Anxiety, OCD, Panic Treatment Ashburn VA

2018-11-21T01:22:09+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services provides the most advanced, state of the art assessment and treatment for anxiety. As a multidisciplinary team, we start with a comprehensive assessment conducted either by one of our highly credentialed psychiatrist’s or clinical psychologist's. Emotional testing is sometimes warranted for diagnostic clarification -- Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety and other childhood anxiety disorders. Treatment is then individualized to the care and needs of the client. Treatment may include medication and/or individual therapy or group therapy. To schedule a consultation with our team, please contact our office manager, Christine [...]

Anxiety, OCD, Panic Treatment Ashburn VA2018-11-21T01:22:09+00:00

Autism Testing and Treatment Ashburn, VA

2018-11-21T01:37:08+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services provides the most advanced, state of the art assessment and treatment for autism. As a multidisciplinary team, we start with a comprehensive assessment conducted either by one of our highly credentialed child psychiatrist’s or neuropsychologist's. Developmental and neuropsychological testing is sometimes warranted for diagnostic clarification inasmuch as autism can look like other conditions and vice versa — Asperger's Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, NOS, Communication Disorder and and other developmental conditions. Diagnostic testing is typically required for private or public school placement and instruction, including accommodations and supports. Treatment is then individualized to the care and needs [...]

Autism Testing and Treatment Ashburn, VA2018-11-21T01:37:08+00:00
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