Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Child & Family Therapy Solutions
Kentlands Kids is a private psychotherapy practice dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families in navigating emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Michelle New, a licensed psychologist with over two decades of clinical and academic experience, we specialize in evidence-based therapies tailored to the unique needs of young individuals and their families. Our services include individual and family therapy, cognitive-behavioral interventions, executive function coaching, and comprehensive assessments for attention and learning differences. Dr. News expertise extends to addressing depression, anxiety, chronic medical conditions, trauma, and family transitions, informed by her academic background at the University of London and prior roles at George Washington University Medical School and Childrens National Medical Center.We prioritize collaborative, client-centered care to reduce stress, enhance resilience, and foster healthy development in a confidential environment. Our approach integrates clinical rigor with compassionate support, ensuring families receive personalized strategies for school, home, and social challenges. With a focus on transparency and ethical practice, we work closely with legal and educational professionals to advocate for clients needs during complex life transitions.
Services
Child Therapy
Family Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Executive Function Coaching
Academic Assessments
Trauma Counseling
ADHD Management
Parent Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialize in child, adolescent, and family therapy with 15+ years of clinical expertise.
- Our services include evidence-based treatments like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy.
- We provide executive function coaching for students with ADHD and learning differences.
- Our founder holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and prior academic leadership roles.
- We collaborate with schools and legal professionals to advocate for client needs.
Services
Child Therapy
Our child therapy services provide a safe, supportive environment for children to address emotional and behavioral challenges. Using play-based and talk therapies, we help children manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and social difficulties. Our approach focuses on building coping skills and fostering resilience through age-appropriate techniques tailored to each childs unique needs.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relational dynamics and communication barriers within households. We work collaboratively with families to navigate transitions like divorce, bereavement, or chronic illness. Sessions focus on improving understanding, resolving conflicts, and strengthening bonds through structured interventions that promote long-term emotional well-being for all family members.
Executive Function Coaching
This service supports students struggling with organization, time management, and self-regulation. Tailored coaching helps teens and young adults develop planning skills, reduce procrastination, and improve academic performance. Techniques are customized for individuals with ADHD, learning differences, or executive function deficits to enhance independence and confidence in school and daily life.
Academic Assessments
Comprehensive assessments identify cognitive strengths and challenges impacting academic success. We evaluate attention, learning styles, and processing abilities to diagnose ADHD, learning disabilities, or giftedness. Results guide school accommodations, intervention plans, and referrals to educational specialists, ensuring students receive targeted support for their unique needs.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized trauma counseling employs evidence-based modalities like TF-CBT to help children and teens process traumatic experiences. We address symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation through structured, compassionate care. Treatment focuses on restoring safety, rebuilding trust, and developing healthy coping mechanisms for lasting recovery.
People
Michelle New
Founder & Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Michelle New is a licensed psychologist with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of London. She has over 20 years of experience in child and family therapy, including academic roles at George Washington University Medical School and leadership at Childrens National Medical Center. Her expertise includes ADHD, trauma, and family transitions.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
We specialize in therapy for children, teens, and young adults up to age 25, with family involvement as needed.
Do you accept insurance?
Kentlands Kids is a fee-for-service practice and does not participate with insurance plans directly.
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused therapy, and family systems approaches.
How do assessments work?
Assessments involve cognitive and academic testing to identify learning differences, ADHD, or giftedness, followed by personalized recommendations for schools and families.
Can you help with school-related issues?
Yes, we offer consultations for school accommodations, behavioral interventions, and advocacy for students with learning or emotional challenges.
