A team that’s part of your family’s village.
The fun-loving therapy team for families ready to shake things up and grow together. Available in-person and virtually in Huntington, New York.
That heavy feeling in your chest as you brace for another day of here we go again ...
Stuck in a never-ending loop of arguments, door slams, shouting matches, and wondering, Am I messing them up by not having this under control?
You want to nail this whole parenting thing but all the googling and doom-scrolling through parenting reels is not helping ...
It’s time to drop the power struggle and find your rhythm as a family …
Taking control and fine-tuning the flow in your home means everyone can finally take a deep breath and feel truly at peace in their safe space.
(Bring on the laughter–hold the eye rolls.).
You’re all navigating conflict with respect and understanding—and it’s transformed the way you connect, bringing you all closer than ever.
We actually take the time to get to know YOU and your family, because your healing is unique.
Bringing ease and happiness to your daily lives with specialized therapeutic approaches such as: EMDR, CBT, DBT Skills Training, Solution-Focused, Family-systems, Humanistic, and Person-Centered therapy.
After over a decade of specializing in family therapy and results-driven therapy - and a team that feels like family.
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“That breath clients take after realizing they have been way too hard on themselves. That's what keeps me going.”
– Kayla Nelson, PsyD
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“Often, it's not about the child's anxiety; It's the parent's discomfort with the child's anxiety. I want to help parents gain confidence in those uncomfortable moments.”
– Craig Kaplan, LMSW
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“Kids with ADHD often tell me things like, "I'm no good at soccer, I'm dumb, I'm always in trouble." My biggest fear is they internalize this idea that they aren’t good enough. My goal is to make them feel loved and perfect as they are.”
– Samantha Fantauzzi, LMSW
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“When parents learn that much of what they worry about is age-typical behavior, a weight is lifted. My goal is to show parents that they are doing a great job. The fact they are here demonstrates how dedicated they are to their kids.”
– Natalie Insinna, LMSW
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“Many parents are struggling to navigate their own trauma responses. When they can heal from that past trauma, a new era of parenting can begin.”
– Natalie Guttierrez, LMSW
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“My goal is to show kids and teens that every emotion they have holds value and it’s okay to express them. I help teach them how to listen to their emotions as guides through life, instead of simply reacting to them.”
– Lucas Santorelli, MHC
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“I understand the hesitancy to talk about difficult thoughts and feelings in therapy. You never have to struggle alone. I’m non-judgmental and want you to feel safe and comfortable bringing your authentic self to therapy.”
– Shira Pollack, PhD
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Don’t let another moment pass feeling out of control and overwhelmed in your home. Why spend another day …
→ Constantly butting heads and getting into tense showdowns with your favorite people.
→ Feeling out of control in your parenting – like you’re managing a chaotic circus, not your kiddos.
→ Feeling like your reactions are taking control over (hello, mom guilt!)
→ Wondering if you’re the only family dealing with all this.
→ Feeling like you should have everything under control and that you’re failing (not true, by the way).
→ Exhausted by trauma crashing the party like an uninvited guest when you thought you were past it.
→ Feeling like you’re a horrible parent or spouse.
→ Worrying that you’re “messing your kids up.”
Some insights we may explore in session ..
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→ The basics of child development that will transform your parenting style to effectively fit your child’s needs.
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→ How to reward and punish appropriately (and effectively!)
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→ The small mistakes most parents make that have a HUGE unwanted impact on a child’s behavior.
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→ Our top tips and strategies for gaining confidence in your parenting – and it doesn’t include perfection.
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→ The #1 trigger most parents have—the science behind it, and how to overcome it.
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→ The real reason your kid always wants power/control … and how to navigate it.
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→ Feeling triggered often as a parent? (It may be time to look at your trauma) – How to heal and parent in the way you desire.
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→ What to never do when your child is emotionally dysregulated.
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→ The impact your energy (calm vs. dysregulated) has on a situation and reaction in your household.
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→ Why your children are allowed to disagree with you.
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→ How to navigate the cultural norm of toxic resilience, strength, and hard work that keeps us in an endless cycle of beating ourselves down as parents.
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→ The 3 ways trauma shows up in our bodies.
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→ The things you MUST ask yourself before engaging in a power struggle with your child.
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→ Our results-driven game plan for creating a home of control and peace.
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→ Our top tools for navigating conflict without blowups in your family.
Meet Your Therapist
Hey, I’m Kayla Nelson, PsyD, owner of Glacier Psychology Services,
Everyone who knows me knows, I love what I do.
I have a big heart and truly want to make a difference in the world. (Especially with children and families – hence why you’ve found me here!)
Whether it’s creating a cozy space, cracking jokes, getting crafty, or diving into strategies to help you navigate the week, I’m here to meet your family’s needs in every session.
My mission is to guide families ready to bring joy and laughter back into their homes.
With us, you’ll always feel seen, supported, and like part of the family.
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→ Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD)
→ Bachelors in Psychology (Creighton University)
→ MA in Clinical psychology, PsyD in Clinical psychology (California Lutheran University)
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