Child/Adolescent Therapy and Evaluations in Powell, Ohio
Warm, evidence‑based care for kids, teens, and families across Central Ohio.
From preschool through college entry, we help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, learning challenges, behavior concerns, and big life transitions. We offer therapy, comprehensive evaluations, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, with after‑school and telehealth options.
💚 Note for caregivers: For children under 12, the first appointment is with parents/caregivers only so we can understand history, goals, and fit.
What we offer
We serve children, adolescents, parents, and families from Powell, Dublin, Lewis Center, Worthington, and the greater Columbus area.
Therapy for children, teens, and young adults
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills
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Play‑based therapy
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Parent‑Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
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Child‑Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and Perinatal CPP (P‑CPP)
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Trauma‑Focused CBT (TF‑CBT)
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Family Systems‑informed work (FST)
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Executive Functioning supports (HOPS and skills coaching)
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Behavior intervention strategies and parent coaching
Psychological and educational evaluations
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ADHD
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Autism
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Anxiety and Depression
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Giftedness / admissions testing
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Learning Disabilities (including Dyslexia)
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Intellectual Disabilities
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Mood and behavior disorders
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Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
Related Services
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Speech‑Language: articulation, language, pragmatic language, and fluency evaluation and therapy
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Occupational Therapy: OT evaluation, sensory integration therapy, school‑ and home‑based OT supports
Meet your pediatric care team
Helping kids grow with confidence, compassion, and clarity - one family at a time.
At Achieve Psychological & Academic Services, our pediatric team helps children and teens feel safe, seen, and supported while guiding families with evidence-based care. We bring deep expertise in child development, learning, and emotional wellness, and a genuine love for helping kids thrive at home, at school, and in life. 💚
Rebecca Becker
Rebecca offers broad pediatric and young adult evaluations, including IEEs, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety/Depression, Giftedness, Learning and Intellectual Disabilities, mood and behavior disorders. In therapy, she focuses on CBT, executive functioning (HOPS), and behavior intervention strategies for anxiety and depression.
Good fit for: school evaluations, early childhood autism evaluations, and structured therapy for anxiety/depression.
Accepting new evaluation clients only.
Angela Pachana
Angela provides therapy for anxiety, depression, and ADHD alongside evaluations for ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Anxiety/Depression, Giftedness, and Intellectual Disabilities. She integrates CBT, DBT skills, executive functioning supports, and behavior strategies.
Good fit for: kids and teens needing practical skills plus coordinated school strategies.
Accepting new clients now.
Selena Spencer
Selena welcomes LGBTQ+ and gifted youth and supports anxiety, depression, and identity development. She evaluates ADHD, Learning Disorders (including Dyslexia), Anxiety/Depression, Giftedness, and Intellectual Disabilities. Treatment includes CBT, DBT skills, executive functioning (HOPS), targeted reading interventions, and parent advocacy.
Good fit for: twice‑exceptional learners (2e), emerging identity questions, and families navigating reading services.
Accepting new evaluation clients only.
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Julia Biehl
Julia specializes in early childhood and caregiver-child therapies (ages 0-11). She helps with behavioral challenges, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and parenting stress using play‑based therapy, CPP, PCIT, P‑CPP, TF‑CBT, CBT, and FST.
Good fit for: big feelings in little bodies, parent‑child connection work, and trauma‑informed early childhood care.
Currently accepting wait-list clients.
Mikaela Uhlman
Mikaela works with Autism, ADHD, learning and intellectual disabilities, anxiety, depression, and behavior disorders. She uses CBT, DBT skills training, executive functioning coaching, and social skills development.
Certifications: Cognitive Therapy; Trauma & Resilience.
Good fit for: concrete skills, emotion regulation, and peer interaction practice.
Accepting new clients now.
Heather Koch
Evaluations: articulation, language, pragmatic language/social communication, and fluency.
Therapy: individualized speech‑language treatment with school‑ready goals.
Good fit for: speech clarity, language delays, social communication coaching, and stuttering support.
Currently accepting wait-list clients.
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Louise Schmitt
Evaluations & Treatment: OT evaluations, sensory integration therapy, and functional school/home supports for handwriting, fine‑motor, self‑regulation, and daily routines.
Good fit for: sensory needs, motor planning, self‑help skills, and classroom participation.
Accepting new clients now.
Pediatric evaluations: what to expect
Step 1. Parent‑only intake
History, concerns, school data, and goals.
Step 2. Testing
Age‑appropriate measures, observations, rating scales, and interviews. Dyslexia/literacy evaluations include targeted reading assessments.
Step 3. Feedback and plan
You receive a plain‑language report with home and school strategies, IEP/504 recommendations, and community resources. We can coordinate with schools on request.
Common concerns we address
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Anxiety, worries, and perfectionism
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Depression and mood changes
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ADHD and executive functioning challenges
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Autism‑related social/communication support
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Behavior difficulties at home or school
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Learning disorders including Dyslexia
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Trauma, grief, and big transitions
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Speech‑language and sensory integration needs
How we work with families
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Caregiver partnership from day one
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Skill‑building + insight blended for real‑life progress
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School collaboration with actionable recommendations
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In‑person in Powell and secure telehealth across Ohio
Getting started
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Reach out to our office so we can help match you with a clinician.
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Choose therapy and/or evaluation or ask us to help you decide.
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Leave with a plan: first steps, parent resources, and next appointments.
Call or text 614‑470‑4466 or request an appointment online.
FAQs
Do you evaluate for ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, and giftedness?
Yes. We provide comprehensive evaluations for ages ~2–25 and can support IEP/504 planning.
Do you offer LGBTQ+‑affirming care for youth?
Yes. Several clinicians specialize in LGBTQ+‑affirming, multicultural care.
Can you coordinate with my child’s school?
Yes. With consent, we collaborate with educators and attend meetings when appropriate.
Do you offer telehealth for minors?
Yes, when clinically appropriate and with caregiver consent. Not all clinicians provide telehealth appointments.
Do you accept Medicaid?
No. We currently do not accept Medicaid.
For kids under 12, can we meet first without our child?
Yes. In fact, the first appointment is parent‑only to set goals and reduce pressure on your child.