Dr. Ines Maynard

Anxiety ​Does your child always​ worry and cry almost every morning, not wanting to go to school? Or call you because of “feeling sick”? The change in your child may have hit you out of nowhere. Everything seemed well, never any big worries. Now, it’s tears or tantrums every day. You feel desperate to turn off those tears, to let this storm pass. Deep inside, you know homeschooling won’t resolve everything. Your child cannot stay at home for life. But you don’t know what else to do or to whom to turn. Let me come alongside and fight with you for your child.​ The answers are usually not simple, and medication does not do the whole trick. That’s what I’ve learned during my work as a school psychologist where I have seen hundreds of kids. With thorough assessments and evidence-based treatments, you and your child can grow stronger through this experience and be ready to face future storms in life. Parenting a child who struggles with anxiety can be overwhelming. Many times, parents question themselves and their ability and feel alone. Outsiders often misunderstand anxious children, judge you as a parent, and give unhelpful advice. The good news is: With the right treatment, anxiety can improve fast. Call today to schedule an appointment. Evaluations Your child is creative and bright. Yet school is tough. Somehow, your child cannot grasp how to read or do math. No matter how much you practice, progress is slow and seems like one step forward and two steps back. Homework becomes a battle. Teachers are sending discouraging messages and talk about retention. It hurts your heart and you feel overwhelmed. You want the best for your child, but you’re unsure what to do. Let me come alongside of you to find clarity: Using the right tools to find out more about your child does not change your child. It sheds light on what your child needs and the best paths to take. Knowing all you can about your child, is one of the best gifts you can give. You may have heard from family, friends or teachers: “This is the problem or that!” Quick answers often miss the mark. That’s what I have learned during my work as a school psychologist where I have completed hundreds of evaluations. Thorough and meaningful assessments allow a deeper look to find long-term solutions. Let me help you to set your child up for success in the new school year! I promise: I will work as hard as if it were my child to find answers and solutions. Call today to schedule an assessment.