Cynthia provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and families, and has over 25 years experience working with children and families. She completed a Master's Degree in Pediatric Nursing in 1972 and subsequently worked as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in pediatric cardiology, held a university nursing faculty position, and worked as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with a specialty in developmental and behavioral pediatrics. She completed a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 1997, followed by a 2 year clinical fellowship in child and adolescent mental health care.

In her practice with children and families, Cynthia integrates the biological/medical, psychological and family systems perspectives in the assessment and treatment process.  She works in close collaboration with the child's physician and school to formulate treatment plans.

Cynthia has a special interest in working with children and teens that have experienced trauma.  She has Level II EMDR training with a focus on using this modality with children.

Other areas of interests are:
       Play therapy
       Cognitive-behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders in children and adolescents
       Parent education and family therapy
       Assessment/diagnosis/treatment of child behavioral problems
       Families with troubled adolescents
       Childhood depression
       Psychosocial aspects of care of children with chronic medical problems
       Children's divorce adjustment issues
       Autism spectrum disorders