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Dr. Tobing-Puente uses both her office and the attached sensory gym for evaluating and treating children and families. |
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Lauren Tobing-Puente, PhD is a NYS Licensed Psychologist who specializes in evaluating and treating children. She has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of autism-spectrum disorders (ASDs), as well as other developmental delays and social-emotional challenges. She primarily uses the Developmental Individual Differences and Relationship-based (DIR®) Model and related Floortime™ approach. Dr. Tobing-Puente’s individualized, strength-based and family-centered approach to treatment is designed to promote the well-being children and their families according to their unique strengths, their concerns, and their priorities, within the context of their family life. She works closely with parents, teachers, and other treatment providers to ensure collaboration and carry-over.
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Dr. Lauren Tobing-Puente, Licensed Psychologist, LLC Psychological Services for Children and Families 361 East 19th Street, New York, NY 10003 Phone: (917) 838-9274 Email: services@drtobingpuente.com |
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PARENT SUPPORT GROUP MODERATED BY DR. TOBING-PUENTE through NAA-NYC THURSDAYS: Sept 8 & Oct 6 7:15-8:45 PM RSVP REQUIRED (email): NAAvigators@naanyc.org |
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Check out Dr. Tobing-Puente’s chapter on Parent Support in “Cutting-Edge Therapies for Autism” (2010: Skyhorse Publishing) Check out Dr. Tobing-Puente’s tips for parents in “1,001 Tips for Parents of Autistic Boys” and “1,001 Tips for Parents of Autistic Girls” (2010; Skyhorse Publishing)
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Floortime Intensive Treatment and Training Consists of DIR®/Floortime™: initial assessment, initial therapy sessions, parent/caregiver coaching/training, and post-assessment. Ideal for families who are seeking treatment for a limited time period or for those seeking a Floortime trial to explore possibilities of implementing a more formal Floortime program. |
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NEW: PARENT CHILD-GROUPS! Starting in September! For parents to learn strategies to promote their children’s progress.
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