Valerie L. Zar, Psy.D.
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Has your child been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum or  Sensory Processing Disorder

Does your child struggle with social interactions, organization, and
emotional regulation? 

Does this sound like your child?
  • Picky eater
  • Limited interests
  • Sensitive to touch, loud noises and distractions
  • Glued to the computer
  • Unable to "switch gears"
  • Meltdowns
  • Oppositional
  • Limited social skills
  • Limited friendships
If you find yourself in a daily battle with your child over many of these issues, you and your child can benefit from working with the right therapist.  I work with adolescents to help them learn to identify their unique environmental and interpersonal triggers for anxiety.  I will help your child begin to anticipate his/her negative reactions to stress and begin to develop coping skills.  Additionally, your child will experience a calm and safe environment in which to explore his/her needs, feelings and goals for the future. 

I also work with parents to help you modify your reactions and responses to your child's social isolation, meltdowns and opposition.  Together we will develop realistic expectations for appropriate behaviors and reasonable consequences for unacceptable behaviors.

I offer individual and group therapy (social skills training) groups for this population, as well as ongoing guidance and support for parents, and communication with your child's school.

I offer a free phone consultation.  If you have further questions or would like to make an appointment, please call 760-716-7584, or email to
DrZar@therapyzar.com