About — Lighthouse Psychology

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Guidance for Your Child’s
Brightest Future

Inspired by the values of hope and resilience, Lighthouse Psychology provides expert psychological evaluations and therapy tailored to your family’s needs.

I began my career as a public school teacher 20 years ago. I quickly realized that a child's social-emotional health is the foundation for their academic success. This realization led me to psychology, where I now help families navigate the "why" behind their child's struggles.

I believe children do well when they can, and it is our job as adults to set the stage for them to be their best.

Quick Bio:

Expertise: Lead testing psychologist for a clinic serving 2,000+ families annually.
Education: PhD from the University of Florida (McLaughlin Scholarship Recipient).
Credentials: Licensed Psychologist (FL) & Nationally Certified School Psychologist.

My Holistic Approach:
Clarity, Connection, & Growth

I use "gold standard" assessments to create a roadmap for your child. My reports skip the jargon and focus on your child's unique strengths and needs, providing the clarity you need to advocate for school or insurance support.
Using a blend of CBT, ACT, and DBT, I help tweens and teens understand the link between their thoughts and emotions. Therapy works best when built on trust, and I focus on teaching practical skills for nervous system regulation and emotional flexibility.
Parents are the most powerful agents of change. I provide "in-the-trenches" strategies for high-stress moments, helping you move from yelling and frustration to connection and cooperation.

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Navigating school systems and clinical diagnoses can feel like learning a foreign language. My background is built on helping families find their way.

Having served as a lead psychologist for a clinic seeing 2,000 families a year and working deep within Florida school districts on IEP and 504 teams, I know exactly what schools need to see to get your child the right support.

I don't just provide a report; I provide a roadmap based on years of training teachers and medical providers on how to truly include and support children with unique needs.