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Everyday Parenting Psychology

Everyday Parenting Psychology, PLLC

Specialized Care for Early Childhood Development

Helping Your Child Thrive by Supporting Healthy Growth & Development

We provide comprehensive support for children's development from infancy through early years at school.

Our services are designed to help families navigate developmental milestones, behavioral challenges, and common hurdles in a compassionate, nurturing environment.

Whether your child is experiencing developmental delays, behavioral challenges, or issues with sleep, toileting, or feeding, our experienced team is here to guide their growth with a focus on emotional and physical well-being.

Each child's journey is unique, and our personalized assessments and interventions aim to support them in reaching their potential with confidence and resilience.

Recognizing Developmental Signs

Common Symptoms

  • Speech and Language Delays: Difficulty expressing thoughts, delayed speech development, or challenges understanding language
  • Motor Skills Delays: Struggles with fine motor skills (e.g., holding a crayon) or gross motor skills (e.g., walking or balance)
  • Social Interaction Difficulties: Challenges with peer interactions, cooperative play, or forming friendships
  • Behavioral Concerns: Frequent tantrums, defiance, or frustration with daily routines
  • Sleep and Feeding Issues: Disturbed sleep, picky eating, or anxiety around meals

Our thorough developmental assessments are tailored to provide a full picture of your child's progress across cognitive, emotional, physical, and social areas.

Using standardized tools and direct observations, we identify any developmental challenges early, allowing us to create a personalized plan to nurture your child's growth.

Key Services for Child Development

At Everyday Parenting Psychology, we offer a variety of supportive services designed to help children thrive at each developmental stage. Every child's developmental journey is unique, and so is our approach. We work closely with families to develop personalized treatment plans that address the specific needs of each child. Whether your child requires behavioral support or if parents are seeking guidance with daily routines, we provide the tools and therapies needed for success.

Early Childhood Development Support

We provide specialized guidance for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers as they navigate key developmental stages. From managing delayed milestones and potty training, to adjusting to a new sibling, we support your child's growth with gentle, expert interventions tailored to their needs.

Play Therapy

Through play therapy, children can express emotions and process challenges in a way that feels natural and enjoyable. This approach supports social skills, emotional regulation, and communication, helping children work through developmental and behavioral challenges with creativity and engagement.

Sleep, Toileting & Feeding Support

We understand sleep, toileting, and feeding challenges can impact your child's development and well-being. Our approach includes evidence-based therapies and coaching to establish healthy routines, reduce family stress, and support your child's independence and growth.

Challenging Behavior Support

For children struggling with defiant or aggressive behaviors, we offer strategies to improve emotional regulation and foster a more peaceful family dynamic. Through parent coaching, we equip families with practical tools to manage behaviors at home and create a positive, calm environment.

Parent Coaching & Guidance

Parent coaching is at the heart of our child development services. We work collaboratively with parents to develop strategies that support their child's unique journey, helping to manage challenging behaviors and foster a nurturing home environment where children can thrive.

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Who Can Benefit

Our services are designed to help children at various stages of development:

  • Infants & Toddlers: For children showing delays in speech, motor skills, or social interactions, we offer early interventions that support growth during critical developmental stages.
  • Preschoolers & School-Aged Children: For children struggling with behavioral issues, socialization challenges, or academic readiness, we provide therapy to help them succeed emotionally and academically.
  • Parents Seeking Guidance: We provide parents with the tools they need to support their child's development, understand challenging behavior, build routines, and foster emotional regulation at home.

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Meet Our Clinical Leaders

Everyday Parenting Psychology was founded in 2018 by two passionate and highly trained psychologists, Dr. Layne Raskin & Dr. Jeanette Sawyer Cohen.

Dr. Jeanette Sawyer Cohen

Dr. Jeanette Sawyer Cohen

PhD, MPhil, MS, PMH-C, IMH-E®

Meet Dr. Cohen
Dr. Layne Raskin

Dr. Layne Raskin

PsyD, MA, PMH-C, IMH-E®

Meet Dr. Raskin
  • Serving New York families since 2018 with specialized expertise in child development and family mental health
  • Team of over 12 experienced, licensed clinicians specializing in child therapy, family therapy, and parent support
  • Co-founded by Dr. Layne Raskin and Dr. Jeanette Sawyer Cohen, psychologists committed to the highest clinical standards

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