Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Thetford, VT
Deer Creek Psychological Associates is a multi-disciplinary group practice dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological services for children, adults, and families. Our team of highly experienced clinicians specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy, along with educational, neuropsychological, and psycho-physiological evaluations. We prioritize cost-effective, client-centered treatment while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice. Our clinicians bring extensive expertise in areas such as neurodevelopmental disorders, trauma, chronic illness, and behavioral medicine, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse client needs. We collaborate with schools, human service agencies, and healthcare professionals to deliver integrated support.With decades of combined experience and advanced training, our team is committed to fostering resilience and improving mental well-being through evidence-based practices. We handle all referrals through our business office to ensure seamless coordination and personalized care. Our practice emphasizes accessibility, professionalism, and adherence to strict privacy protocols, including compliance with federal and state confidentiality regulations. By focusing on the unique needs of each client, we aim to empower individuals and families to achieve lasting emotional and psychological health.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Counseling
Educational Evaluations
Neuropsychological Assessments
Trauma Treatment
ADHD Evaluations
School Consultations
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Parenting Support
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- Our clinicians have decades of combined experience in psychological therapy and evaluations
- We offer specialized expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders and trauma-informed care
- All referrals are managed through a dedicated business office for seamless coordination
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with advanced training from institutions like Harvard and Dartmouth
- We maintain strict confidentiality and comply with federal privacy regulations
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults addressing emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic conditions. Sessions focus on building resilience and improving coping strategies through confidential, client-centered care.
Educational Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments for children and adolescents to identify learning disabilities, cognitive strengths, and academic challenges. Our evaluations inform tailored educational interventions and support school accommodations. Results help develop strategies for improved academic performance and classroom engagement.
Neuropsychological Assessments
In-depth evaluations of cognitive functioning, including memory, attention, and executive functioning. These assessments diagnose conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and neurological impairments. Findings guide treatment plans for individuals with developmental or acquired cognitive challenges.
Family Counseling
Therapeutic sessions addressing family dynamics, communication issues, and relationship challenges. Our approach helps resolve conflicts, improve emotional connections, and support members through transitions or trauma. Sessions involve collaborative goal-setting and skill-building for healthier family systems.
School Consultations
Expert guidance for schools and educators on student behavioral issues, learning accommodations, and mental health interventions. We provide training on assessment tools and best practices for supporting students with special needs in classroom settings.
People
Pamela Fein
Business Manager
Pamela Fein coordinates client-clinician matching and manages business operations. With extensive knowledge of clinical specialties, she ensures personalized service access while maintaining strict confidentiality for all referrals and communications.
Raymond Chin
Board Member & Owner
Dr. Raymond Chin specializes in pediatric behavioral medicine and neurodevelopmental disorders. He received his PhD from Michigan State University and completed a fellowship at Harvard Medical School, bringing expertise in trauma and chronic illness treatment.
David Drazin
Board Member & Owner
Dr. David Drazin focuses on psycho-educational evaluations and treatment for children with learning disabilities. A licensed clinical psychologist, he served as a school psychologist at Dartmouth Medical School's Child Development Program.
Michelle Belk
Affiliate Clinician
Michelle Belk provides cognitive-behavioral and family therapy for trauma, mood disorders, and autism spectrum conditions. She holds licenses in three states and brings instructional experience from Dartmouth's Geisel School of Medicine.
Mark Detzer
Affiliate Clinician
Dr. Mark Detzer works with adolescents and adults on developmental issues and chronic medical conditions. He completed postdoctoral training at Stanford and teaches at Dartmouth College's Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences.
Questions
What psychological services do you offer?
We provide individual and family therapy, educational evaluations, neuropsychological assessments, trauma treatment, ADHD evaluations, and school consultations for children, adults, and families.
How do I schedule an appointment?
All new referrals must contact our business office at (802) 785-2903 to discuss needs and be matched with an appropriate clinician based on expertise and availability.
Do you work with schools and educators?
Yes, we offer consultations, staff training, and student assessment tools to schools. Our clinicians provide expertise on learning disabilities and classroom intervention strategies.
Are your clinicians licensed and qualified?
All clinicians are licensed psychologists or mental health counselors with advanced degrees and specialized training from institutions like Harvard, Dartmouth, and Stanford.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Vermont and New Hampshire, with offices in Thetford, White River Junction, Lebanon, Hanover, Grantham, and Enfield.
How do you handle client confidentiality?
We maintain strict confidentiality protocols in compliance with federal and state regulations. All communications and records are securely managed to protect client privacy.
