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About Dr. Stano

Clinical Specialities

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Dr. Stano’s specialties include working with children and teens experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, challenging family and/or peer relationships, identity issues, life transitions, and chronic health conditions. She works with families to navigate parenting concerns, stressful parent-child relationships, and significant life changes. 

  • ADHD

    • Challenges with attention, focus, organization, planning, time management, and other executive functioning skills.

    • Poor self-regulation and/or frequent impulsive behaviors.

    • Difficulty completing daily tasks independently and efficiently.

  • Academic Challenges

    • Difficulty tracking and completing assignments.

    • Poor study skills and/or low academic performance.

    • Feeling overwhelmed by long-term projects.

  • Anxiety & Stress

    • Uncontrollable worry, fear, and/or apprehension.

    • Irritability and/or becoming easily overwhelmed.

    • Distressing physical symptoms (e.g., fatigue, stomachaches, muscle tension).

  • Depression

    • Feelings of sadness, irritability, hopelessness, and/or emptiness.

    • Lack of pleasure from activities you used to enjoy.

    • Changes in appetite, weight, sleep, and energy level.

    • Thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

  • Poor Self-Esteem & Body Image

    • Difficulty identifying your positive attributes.

    • Feeling “stuck” on what you believe is “wrong” with your body.

    • Constantly comparing yourself negatively to others.

  • LGBTQIA+ Identity

    • Support for living as your authentic self.

    • Navigating a world that can be unsupportive and discriminatory.

  • Chronic Health Conditions

    • Physical symptoms that interfere with daily life.

    • Learning coping skills that tap into the mind-body connection.

  • Life Transitions

    • Support as you prepare for major changes (e.g., divorce, new parenthood, going to college).

    • Navigating new challenges and adjusting routines to fit evolving needs.

  • Challenging Peer Relationships

    • Excessive “drama” in friendships and peer groups.

    • Difficulty navigating conflict and setting healthy boundaries.

    • Experiencing bullying and/or social exclusion.

  • Parent-Child Conflict

    • Frequent arguments between parents and their children/teens.

    • Difficulty setting healthy family boundaries.

    • Feeling unsupported and/or unappreciated by family members.

  • Parenting & Behavior Challenges

    • Feeling as though your child/teen is constantly breaking rules.

    • Frequent tantrums and/or outbursts when upset.

    • Frequent aggressive behaviors toward others.

  • Psychological Assessment

    • Diagnostic clarification and improved self-understanding.

    • Identification of strengths and growth areas.

    • Specific recommendations tailored to your needs.

    • See also: Psychological Assessment

  • Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy

    • This emerging treatment modality shows promising results for a variety of concerns.

    • Dr. Stano completed an 80-hour training in Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy.

    • She is excited to offer this service whenever it is legalized.