The newest research suggests that autism is now affecting up to 1 in 88 children. That makes it certain that someone you know will have a child affected by this devastating condition in your lifetime.

Research consistently shows that the earlier autism is diagnosed, the more positive the effects of early intervention are. This . . . → Read More: Early Signs of Autism in Infants and Toddlers

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

I remember the days when I wasn’t sure about this therapy called, “Floortime.” I came from a strong behavioral approach (ABA-incidental teaching) to therapy with children on the autism spectrum, which of course “pooh-poohed” anything that was not behaviorally driven. I recall talking over my concerns with my new supervisor, who heard and accepted . . . → Read More: Floortime Works! New Research Proves It…

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

Autism Prevalence

As many of you know, last week the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) revealed their newest research which suggests the autism prevalence rate in the U.S. is currently 1 in 88 children. This is a huge increase from their last report of 1 in 110 children. Why do the numbers keep rising . . . → Read More: 1 in 88 Autism Prevalence- High or Low?

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

There are many misconceptions and mistaken beliefs about hypnosis and many people’s fears associated with hypnosis are based upon myth. This is often due to exposure to lay and stage hypnotists performing for entertainment.

Myth 1:  I will be out of control During hypnosis, the trance comes from you and your willingness to enter a . . . → Read More: Clinical Hypnosis Myths and Facts

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

Therapy can help.

Like older children or adults, infants and toddlers sometimes have problems with their behavior or emotions when they experience stress. Stress can include such things as seeing family members fight, being separated from important people, not having enough to eat or not having a place to live. Babies who . . . → Read More: Stress in Infants and Toddlers

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

As a trained infant mental health provider, I am aware that many people do not understand the work I do or why therapy for babies and young children can be important. This pamphlet created by Project ABC in Los Angeles is a great tool for understanding the needs of young children. Many families ask . . . → Read More: What is Infant Mental Health?

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

  You may be worried about your child’s development or been told that your child seems “delayed” or “detached.” You may have noticed that your child has delayed speech development, does not seem to “hear” you, or is not interested in playing or interacting with others. There are many possible reasons for these . . . → Read More: Autism Services

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

Did you know…?

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.

I am a professional who is specialized in early childhood development and mental health. I provide a variety of services to babies, young children, and their families.

Developmental and Psychological Assessments

I provide evaluations for problems such as delays in development, learning problems, behavior problems, or other concerns of parents and teachers. I conduct . . . → Read More: Early Childhood Services

Dr. Lauren Pasqua Child Psychologist - Dr. Pasqua provides warm, supportive therapy and testing for kids, teens, and families. She specializes in autism and early childhood.