Understanding Autism and ADHD: Symptoms, Therapy Benefits, and Social Skills
Autism and ADHD share several symptoms, which can sometimes complicate diagnosis and treatment. Finding the right provider is important.
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Debra N Brosius, Psy.D., LLC is a licensed clinical psychologist in McLean, Virginia. A practicing psychologist for more than 20 years, Dr. Brosius specializes in neuropsychological, psychological, and educational assessments.
Taking an integrated approach to mental health services, Dr. Brosius provides care for children, teens, and adults. Her services include comprehensive assessment, psychology consultation, and teletherapy.
She earned her doctorate in psychology and clinical psychology from the American School of Psychology in Washington, DC. Dr. Brosius specializes in testing, evaluating, and treating patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, autism, and learning disabilities. Dr. Brosius is also newly trained in EMDR.
Dr. Brosius has lived and worked in various parts of the United States, Europe, and Asia, which has helped improve her ability to connect with people from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. She also worked as a clinical outpatient neuropsychologist in the movement disorders clinic at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Brosius is also a teaching psychologist. As such, she mentors pre and post-graduate doctoral students. If you are interested in working with one of her student doctors, please inquire about their availability.
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