Behavioral Pediatrics

Behavioral Pediatrics in Lake Oswego, Oregon

It’s common for children to face behavioral challenges as part of their development. When these issues disrupt daily routines, school, or relationships, we provide help. Our evidence-based treatment aids parents and children in acquiring coping skills swiftly for relief. Collaborating with your child’s pediatrician, we explore and rule out any potential medical causes contributing to these behaviors, ensuring a comprehensive and effective approach to support your child’s well-being.

Treatment in Typically Developing Children Helps with:

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Bedtime Routines

Coping with Chronic Diseases

Anxiety with transitions

Childhood Fears and Phobias

Mealtime Behavior Problems

Noncompliance

Potty Training

Recurrent Abdominal Pain

Tantrums

Tics and other habit disorders (using CBIT*)

Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling)

*Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)

CBIT is a evidence-based treatment for children dealing with tics and Tourette Syndrome. We provide CBIT services with a referral from your child’s pediatrician. While CBIT requires dedication and practice, it proves effective in reducing tic frequency and intensity. Further details are available on the Tourette Association of America website: www.tourette.org. Explore additional resources and information to better understand and support your child through the intervention process.

CBIT consists of three components:

Training children to be more aware of tics and the urge to tic.

Training children to perform a competing behavior when they feel the urge to tic

Making changes to daily activities in ways that can be helpful in reducing tics

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We look forward to the opportunity to work with your child/teen to help them realize
their potential. They deserve to thrive!

We look forward to the opportunity to work with your child/teen to help them realize their potential. They deserve to thrive!

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