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Psychology
Psychologists have always played a critical role in the evaluation process at Child and Family Development. The professionals in this discipline have increased the treatment options for children and their families. Psychologists serve as lead clinicians in the psychological-education evaluations that are a critical part of our diagnostic approach. The psychologist's role is to assess a child's cognitive and attention status as well as personality responses such as anxiety, depression, or anger.
 
In addition to evaluations, psychologists are involved in individual and group treatment. Individual options include psychotherapy, play therapy, and family counseling. Increasingly, we are offering group options that include social skills groups and parent support groups. 
 
Parents of children ages 4-6 often inquire about testing for purposes of early admission to kindergarten, application to a private school, or for school readiness. At Child and Family Development we can accommodate all requests for Early Admissions Testing and IQ Testing. 
 
 
Psychology Staff
 
Carol Capehart, MA, LPA, is a licensed psychological associate who completed her degree in school psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1982. She has spent many years working in public schools in NC with children of all ages and learning abilities. Carol received extensive training in the assessment and treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) through TEACCH (Treatment and Assessment of Autism and Communication Handicapped CHildren) as well as through other professional organizations and seminars.  In 2006, Carol helped to establish the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Diagnostic Clinic at Child and Family Development.  She offers families timely and comprehensive assessments as well as support through the process of identifying appropriate interventions and therapy. Her knowledge of and experience with public education and services for Exceptional Children is invaluable when families need help navigating through these services.  Carol Capehart is based at our Midtown office.
 

Nadya Klinetob, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist who completed her doctorate at the Ohio State University in 1997. She completed her clinical internship at SUNY Health Sciences Center in Syracuse, NY in 1997, followed by a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, Department of Psychiatry. She has provided psychological evaluation and therapy services to adults, couples, children and adolescents. Before moving to Charlotte, she was a staff Psychologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH, where she completed psycho- educational testing, personality testing, ADHD evaluations, and treatment for children and adolescents. She also provided individual and group supervision for clinical psychology interns. Dr. Klinetob especially enjoys working with adolescent girls struggling with anxiety, depression, and body image concerns.  She joined the team in 2008 and is based at our South Charlotte office.
 

Kristina Murphy, Psy.D, HSP-P, is a licensed psychologist, as well as licensed school psychologist and Health Services Provider (HSP). She completed her doctorate of psychology at Alfred University (New York) in 2003. Her work in public and private schools spanned Kindergarten through 12th grade, with specialized experience with adolescents as well as transitions to High School and College. She has assisted children with a wide variety of difficulties, including emotional issues and learning disabilities. She is intimately familiar with special education laws and regulations as well as Section 504. Dr. Murphy also has experience working with and advocating for university/college aged students with disabilities. Her private practice work includes evaluative services and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and families.  Dr. Murphy is familiar with a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral (problem-solving), interpersonal, supportive, behavioral modification/ management, and psycho-educational.  She is based at our Midtown office.