Business Details
Child Development & Family Therapy Services
We are a clinical and developmental psychology practice dedicated to supporting families facing emotional and behavioral challenges in children. With over two decades of experience in child development research and clinical practice, we specialize in equipping parents with evidence-based strategies to improve communication, manage behavior, and strengthen family relationships. Our approach integrates cutting-edge research from our work at UCLA with practical, personalized solutions tailored to each family's unique needs.As a licensed clinical psychologist and assistant clinical professor, we combine academic rigor with compassionate care to foster optimal developmental outcomes for children and adolescents. Our services include direct therapy for children, parent coaching, and family systems work, all grounded in peer-reviewed research on autism, social-emotional development, and effective parenting techniques.
Services
Parenting Strategies
Child Behavior Therapy
Family Communication
Autism Spectrum Support
Developmental Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical and research expertise in child development
- Our methods combine UCLA-affiliated research with practical parenting strategies
- We specialize in evidence-based interventions for autism and behavioral challenges
- Our approach integrates family systems work with individual child therapy
- We maintain academic affiliations with leading child development institutions
Services
Parent Coaching
We provide personalized guidance to help parents develop effective strategies for managing children's behavioral challenges. Our evidence-based approach combines clinical expertise with practical solutions for improving communication and reducing family conflict. This service draws on our extensive research background in child development and parenting techniques.
Child Therapy
Our direct therapy services address emotional and behavioral challenges in children through age-appropriate interventions. We focus on building social skills, emotional regulation, and positive coping mechanisms while maintaining collaboration with parents and other treatment providers. Our methods are informed by current research on child psychology.
Family Systems Work
We help families improve communication patterns and resolve conflicts through structured systems-based interventions. This service focuses on strengthening relationships between parents and children while addressing interactional dynamics that may contribute to behavioral challenges. Our approach incorporates family therapy research and practice.
Autism Support
Our specialized support for families with children on the autism spectrum combines clinical expertise with research-based interventions. We focus on improving communication skills, social interaction, and behavioral management while collaborating with other professionals involved in the child's care. This service is informed by our work at UCLA's autism research centers.
Developmental Assessments
We conduct comprehensive assessments to understand children's developmental needs and create targeted intervention plans. Our evaluations focus on social-emotional development, behavioral patterns, and family dynamics to inform personalized treatment strategies. This service incorporates standardized assessment tools and clinical observations.
People
Hutman, Ted PHD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Ted Hutman is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in child development research and clinical practice. He serves as Assistant Clinical Professor at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine and has received multiple research grants for his work on autism and social-emotional development.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
We work with infants through adolescents, and also provide support for parents of children at all developmental stages.
Do you accept insurance?
As a licensed psychologist, we provide documentation for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance providers.
What is your approach to autism support?
Our evidence-based approach integrates behavioral analysis, communication strategies, and family systems work, informed by our research at UCLA's autism centers.
How do you involve parents in treatment?
Parents participate through direct coaching sessions, collaborative strategy development, and implementation of structured behavioral interventions at home.
What research informs your practice?
Our practice is grounded in peer-reviewed research on child development, including longitudinal studies on autism and social-emotional growth.
Do you offer telehealth services?
We offer both in-person and virtual consultation options to accommodate family needs and preferences.
