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ADD and ADHD Evaluations and Treatment Ashburn, VA

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T01:45:31+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services provides the most advanced, state of the art assessment and treatment for child, adolescent and adult ADD and ADHD. As a multidisciplinary team, we start with a comprehensive assessment conducted either by one of our highly credentialed psychiatrist’s or psychologist’s. Neuropsychological testing is sometimes warranted for diagnostic clarification inasmuch as ADD and ADHD can look like other conditions and vice versa — anxiety, depression, learning disorders, auditory processing disorder, and other developmental conditions. Diagnostic testing is sometimes required for private or public school placement and instruction. Treatment is then individualized to the care and needs of [...]

ADD and ADHD Evaluations and Treatment Ashburn, VAStaff, APPS2018-11-21T01:45:31+00:00

Asperger’s Disorder, Autism, ADHD and Anxiety Social Skills Groups Now Forming

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T02:08:07+00:00

With our children and teens back to school, Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services is presently accepting applications for our next series of social skills groups. Our social skills group programs are run by highly credentialed psychologists, are small and are tailored to the individual needs of each child or teen (e.g., age, level of functioning, diagnosis, etc.) of the client. If your child or teen is struggling and has Autism, Asperger's Disorder, or Anxiety, we invite you to call our office manager, Ms. Christine Kutt, at (703) 723-2999 or contact her by email at info@ashburnpsych.com. We at APS look forward to [...]

Asperger’s Disorder, Autism, ADHD and Anxiety Social Skills Groups Now FormingStaff, APPS2018-11-21T02:08:07+00:00

Carla O’Brien "Coach Carla" Visits Ashburn Psychological Services

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T02:17:03+00:00

ADHD and Life Coach, Ms. Carla O'Brien "Coach Carla," recently visited with our director, Dr. Michael Oberschneider, to discuss the ways in which their two practices can work together more closely in supporting Loudoun County children, teens and adults with ADHD, Autism and Asperger's Disorder. Coach Carla offers a unique combination of supports and strategies, including equine assisted coaching. For certain individuals, working with horses has proven to be a very effective approach for improving emotional and behavioral regulation, empathy, self-esteem and social skills. Below is an excerpt on equine coaching from Coach Carla's Website: Equine Facilitated Coaching for people living [...]

Carla O’Brien "Coach Carla" Visits Ashburn Psychological ServicesStaff, APPS2018-11-21T02:17:03+00:00

Aspen Education Group Meeting at Ashburn Psychological Services

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T02:47:30+00:00

Mr. Tom Walker of Aspen Education Group and Sierra Tucson met with members of the Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services team to discuss ways in which the two organizations could work together better to serve children, teens and families in need. Aspen offers a nationwide network of centers including: residential treatment centers, outdoor behavioral health, therapeutic boarding schools, special needs summer camps and young adult programs. Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services has had a wonderful relationship with Aspen for years. To learn more about Aspen and Sierra Tucson's services, please contact Mr. Tom Walker at: (703) 850-5204. We also invite you [...]

Aspen Education Group Meeting at Ashburn Psychological ServicesStaff, APPS2018-11-21T02:47:30+00:00

Back to School Testing in Ashburn, VA

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T02:52:21+00:00

This is an excellent time of year to have your child or adolescent assessed and tested for learning struggles in math, reading and/or writing, as well as developmental, speech and language, auditory processing, behavioral or emotional concerns. It's still Summer so your child's stress level is lower than it likely would be during the school year. Moreover, having your parental concerns addressed and your child's struggles fulling identified now will put you well ahead of the curve for a successful school year. There are various types of testing to consider: Neuropsychological Testing Developmental Testing ADHD Testing Math Testing Reading Testing Writing [...]

Back to School Testing in Ashburn, VAStaff, APPS2018-11-21T02:52:21+00:00

Emotional Testing and Psychological Testing Ashburn, Virginia

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T03:19:55+00:00

Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services works with children, adolescents and adults throughout Ashburn to understand any emotional and behavior problems. Testing will accurately diagnose psychiatric problems such as depression and anxiety disorders. Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services provides individuals and families an understanding of their problems and personalized recommendations to treat them. Treatment might include: cognitive-behavior therapy, interpersonal therapy, behavior planning and behavior modification work, play therapy, Greenspan-style floor time work, coping skills work, parental guidance, relaxation training, family therapy or couples therapy. In addition to treating emotional/psychological problems, APS will assist in coordinating services between professionals. For example, emotional testing [...]

Emotional Testing and Psychological Testing Ashburn, VirginiaStaff, APPS2018-11-21T03:19:55+00:00

Psychoeducational Testing Ashburn, VA

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T04:17:28+00:00

Perhaps one of the biggest challenges faced by educators is how best to teach students who present with difficulty learning. Even gifted children often possess an uneven set of cognitive abilities, which in turn could negatively affect learning and academic performance. Obtaining a profile of a student's learning strengths and weaknesses through professional assessment is essential to understand how best to teach such a student and to determine appropriate interventions, accommodations and/or school or classroom placement. Psychoeducational testing evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of a student's abilties, learning style and educational achievement. Through Psychoeducational testing Reading, Writing and Mathematics Disorders are [...]

Psychoeducational Testing Ashburn, VAStaff, APPS2018-11-21T04:17:28+00:00

Dr. Michael Oberschneider Leesburg Today and Ashburn Today Article on Colorado Massacre

Staff, APPS2018-11-21T04:21:20+00:00

How to Handle the Colorado Massacre As A Parent In the aftermath of the Aurora, Colorado movie theater massacre, we are left in a state of shock and horror as a society and many questions still remain unanswered. Who is Mr. James Holmes and how and why could he do what he did? Beyond the shooter’s background or mindset and the now heated-up debate on gun policies and laws, the tragedy has reverberated across America and into the homes of families, leaving many parents and children anxious and fearful. As a child psychologist, I have been inundated with numerous questions from [...]

Dr. Michael Oberschneider Leesburg Today and Ashburn Today Article on Colorado MassacreStaff, APPS2018-11-21T04:21:20+00:00

Dr. Imran Akram, Ashburn, VA Psychiatrist

Staff, APPS2012-07-18T17:48:47+00:00

Imran Akram, M.D., is currently accepting new patients at Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services. Dr. Akram is a highly regarded adult psychiatrist who has successfully treated many Loudoun County residents over the years. Dr. Akram also has an excellent reputation for collaborating with other doctors, therapists and psychologists in providing the best patient care possible as a psychiatrist. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Akram, we invite you to call our office manager at (703) 723-2999. Dr. Akram's professional biography is posted below for your review and consideration. Professional Biography Dr. Akram is a trained Adult and Geriatric Psychiatrist. Furthermore, he specializes [...]

Dr. Imran Akram, Ashburn, VA PsychiatristStaff, APPS2012-07-18T17:48:47+00:00

Ashburn Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Zafar Rasheed

Staff, APPS2012-07-15T17:29:04+00:00

Zafar Rasheed, M.D., is currently accepting new patients at Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services. Dr. Rasheed is a highly regarded psychiatrist who has successfully treated many Loudoun County children, teens and families over the years. Dr. Rasheed also has an excellent reputation for collaborating with other doctors, therapists and psychologists in providing the best patient care possible as a psychiatrist. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Rasheed, we invite you to call our office manager at (703) 723-2999. Dr. Rasheed's professional biography is posted below for your review and consideration. Biography Dr. Rasheed values the importance of working as a team [...]

Ashburn Child Psychiatrist, Dr. Zafar RasheedStaff, APPS2012-07-15T17:29:04+00:00