Business Details
Child Neuropsychology Services in North Shore, MA
Megan Kavanagh, Psy. D is a specialized practice dedicated to helping children overcome learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges through comprehensive assessments and personalized treatment plans. Our team of licensed clinical psychologists brings extensive expertise in neuropsychological evaluation and intervention, with specialized training in early childhood assessment starting as young as age 2. We employ evidence-based methodologies including cognitive therapy, play therapy, and neuropsychological screening to address conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and mood disorders.Our strengths-based approach focuses on identifying each child's unique profile of abilities to develop actionable recommendations for academic and personal success. With multiple office locations across the North Shore of Massachusetts, we provide accessible care tailored to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and their families through both in-person and telehealth services.
Services
Neuropsychological Assessments
Telehealth Counseling
Autism Evaluations
Cognitive Therapy
Play Therapy
School Consultations
Executive Functioning Assessments
Personality Testing
Learning Style Evaluation
Therapeutic Tutoring
Highlights and features
- Specialized in early childhood assessment starting at age 2
- Multiple office locations across North Shore Massachusetts
- Strengths-based approach focusing on individual learning profiles
- Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for complex cases
- Licensed psychologists with postdoctoral training in neurodevelopmental assessment
What people say
Thorough evaluations
Professional approach
Improved school performance
Positive rapport with children
Comprehensive reports
Services
Neuropsychological Assessments
Our comprehensive neuropsychological assessments evaluate cognitive functioning, academic achievement, and emotional regulation in children and adolescents. These evaluations help identify learning disabilities, ADHD, and developmental disorders through standardized testing and clinical observations. The assessments provide detailed recommendations for educational accommodations and personalized treatment plans.
Telehealth Counseling
Telehealth counseling services offer accessible mental health support through secure video conferencing. Our licensed psychologists provide cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family counseling to address anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges in children and teens from the comfort of home.
Autism Evaluations
Specialized autism evaluations use evidence-based tools to assess social communication skills, repetitive behaviors, and developmental patterns. Our psychologists provide diagnostic clarity and develop individualized intervention strategies while collaborating with families and school teams to support each child's unique needs.
Executive Functioning Assessments
These assessments examine organizational skills, working memory, and self-regulation abilities critical for academic success. We identify specific executive functioning challenges and develop targeted interventions to improve time management, planning, and impulse control in school-aged children and adolescents.
Play Therapy
Play therapy helps young children express emotions and develop coping skills through guided therapeutic play. Our clinicians use evidence-based techniques to address behavioral issues, anxiety, and trauma while creating a safe environment for emotional growth and healing.
People
Dr. Megan Kavanagh
Owner
Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child neuropsychology with expertise in learning disabilities, ADHD, and developmental disorders. Provides comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions for children as young as 2 years old.
Dr. Gwyne White
Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in learning disabilities and mental health interactions. Offers neuropsychological evaluations and brief treatment programs to help students overcome academic challenges related to anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Dr. Kasey Mastrocola
Clinical Psychologist
Provides telehealth services using cognitive-behavioral interventions for children and families. Focuses on emotional regulation and behavioral challenges through evidence-based treatments and parent guidance.
Dr. Emily Crain
Clinical Psychologist
Offers telehealth and in-person counseling with specialization in working with Latinx communities, LGBTQ+ families, and substance use issues. Uses behavioral and interpersonal approaches tailored to individual identity needs.
Dr. Catherine Smail
Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in neuropsychological testing for children over 8 years old. Expertise in learning disabilities, ADHD, and cultural competence working with Latinx populations. Provides school system collaboration and Spanish language services.
Questions
What types of assessments do you offer for children?
We provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessments, autism evaluations, executive functioning assessments, personality testing, learning style evaluations, and cognitive screenings tailored to each child's specific needs.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we offer telehealth counseling and assessment services through secure video sessions for individual therapy, parent consultations, and neuropsychological evaluations.
What age groups do you work with?
Our services are available for children as young as 2 years old through adolescence, with specialized assessment tools and therapeutic approaches adapted to each developmental stage.
How do you involve parents in the treatment process?
We incorporate family systems approaches, provide regular parent consultations, and offer collaborative treatment planning to ensure consistent support across home and clinical environments.
What locations do you serve?
We have offices in Marblehead, Beverly, and Newbury, Massachusetts, serving the entire North Shore region and Greater Boston area through both in-person and virtual services.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our clinicians utilize evidence-based methods including cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed care tailored to each child's specific needs and developmental level.
