Therapy Approach

Dr. Pacos's theoretical approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Theory. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps individuals to recognize how their assumptions and beliefs contribute to negative emotions, and how to overcome psychological suffering by changing these negative thoughts. CBT is supportive, interactive and direct. Dr. Pacos will make specific suggestions and focus on changing particular problems. In CBT, Dr. Pacos and her clients are "partners" and work together during treatment. CBT is relatively brief in duration and includes strategies for measuring progress so treatment techniques can be altered for maximum effectiveness. The goals of treatment include not only alleviation of symptoms, but also coming to an understanding of the source of psychological stress and your reactions to that stress

Evaluation Approach

Dr. Pacos has a history of providing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments of children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. She has extensive experience in performing evaluations of intelligence (IQ), personality, adjustment, learning disabilities, developmental delays, memory problems, dementia, language disorders, nonverbal skills, sensory and motor skills, executive functions, and the neuropsychological consequences of medical and neurological illnesses and injuries. Her approach is a client-centered and problem-centered model, employing a flexible-battery process approach to address your specific needs and your physician's questions. While understanding the causes and extent of cognitive impairment is important, providing realistic recommendations for treatment, accommodations, and long-term expectations is vital.

As a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Dr. Pacos approaches evaluations with an eye for the underlying processes affecting an individuals' learning and development, and provides individualized recommendations which incorporate this knowledge. Dr. Pacos' goal is to provide parents with a complete understanding of an individual's cognitive, academic, and social-emotional functioning. Dr. Pacos offers individually tailored recommendations and interventions to meet each person's unique needs. She frequently collaborates with referring physicians, schools, and other health professionals to provide the highest level of care.