Dr. Melanie Almaguer
School Psychologist
PhD, School Psychology
Specialties
- •School Psychology
- •Behavioral Concerns
- •Anxiety Treatment
- •Depression Treatment
- •Autism Assessment and Treatment
- •Psychoeducational Assessments
- •Neuropsychological Assessments
- •Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
- •Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- •Play Therapy
- •Bibliotherapy
- •Motivational Interviewing
About Melanie
Dr. Melanie Almaguer, PhD received her doctorate in school psychology at Texas A&M University. She has completed her training in community health clinics, medical centers, and schools. She has experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism.
Education & Training
Dr. Almaguer received her doctorate in school psychology at Texas A&M University. She has completed her training in community health clinics, medical centers, and schools. She is continuing to work towards certification in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Professional Experience
Dr. Almaguer has experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism. Melanie also has experience conducting psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments for children and young adults. She enjoys working with children and pre-teens.
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Almaguer utilizes an integrated approach to therapy, which is client-centered, and meets her clients where they are at in the therapeutic process. She incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and elements of other approaches such as play therapy, bibliotherapy, and motivational interviewing.