Dr. Adrianna Chaparro (she/her)

Learning struggles can quietly impact confidence, motivation, and a child’s sense of self. I provide comprehensive evaluations to understand the root of academic challenges such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning differences. My goal is not only to identify areas of need, but to highlight strengths and offer clear, practical recommendations that help individuals feel capable, supported, and empowered in their learning journey.

ADHD is often misunderstood, and many clients carry years of frustration, overwhelm, or self-doubt before seeking support. I specialize in evaluating attention and executive functioning challenges with depth and care, helping individuals make sense of their experiences and access strategies that truly fit their lives. My goal is to provide clarity, relief, and a path forward rooted in both understanding and practical support.

An autism evaluation is often about far more than a diagnosis—it is about finally making sense of lifelong patterns, differences, and experiences. I provide thoughtful, neurodiversity-affirming assessments that honor the full complexity of each individual, including those who may have spent years masking or going unnoticed. Many teens and adults come seeking clarity after feeling misunderstood, overlooked, or misdiagnosed, especially when autism presents more subtly or differently than expected.

I use CBT as a practical, evidence-based approach to help clients understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Many individuals come feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, self-doubt, overwhelm, or negative thinking. CBT provides tools to build insight, shift unhelpful cycles, and develop coping strategies that support lasting change.

Play therapy offers children a developmentally appropriate way to express feelings they may not yet have words for. I use play-based approaches to help children process emotions, build regulation skills, and work through anxiety, behavioral challenges, and transitions in a gentle, supportive space. My goal is to help children feel understood while empowering families with tools for growth beyond the therapy room.

ADHD is one of my areas of specialization, and I provide comprehensive evaluations to clarify attention, executive functioning, and emotional regulation concerns. Because ADHD symptoms can overlap with anxiety, learning differences, or autism, I take a thorough approach to ensure an accurate understanding of each individual’s needs. My goal is to offer clear diagnostic insight and practical recommendations for home, school, or workplace support.

I incorporate Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to help clients develop greater awareness of thoughts, emotions, and body-based stress responses. MBCT is especially effective for individuals experiencing anxiety, ADHD-related emotional dysregulation, and chronic worry, as it combines evidence-based cognitive strategies with mindfulness skills to support regulation, resilience, and overall well-being.