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Steve is a psychologist in solo practice specializing in children and adolescents with special needs. Individual psychotherapy, relationship-building small groups, facilitated play dates, parent coaching, and school consultations are offered for individuals across the range of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The approach is individualized to each child/adolescent and their family's needs and integrates strategies from various models of intervention (e.g. DIR/Floortime, Cognitive-Behavioral, Systems Theories and Sensory Integration). Steve is located at 201 N. Presidential Blvd., Ste 201, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 and can be reached at [email protected] or 215-782-3160.

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