Children come to Dr. Cynthia carrying a wide range of challenges: anxiety and perfectionism, low mood, disordered eating and body image concerns, grief, interpersonal difficulties, and the weight of managing a chronic illness or medical diagnosis. She works with children and adolescents navigating some of the most complex presentations in pediatric psychology, meeting each one with patience and genuine curiosity.

Central to how Dr. Cynthia works is a belief that children are always doing their best with what they have. What might look like defiance or withdrawal is, in her experience, communication. A signal worth understanding rather than correcting. She brings this lens to every session, staying attuned to what a child is really trying to say.

Her approach is relational above all else. Rather than protocols or worksheets, she builds sessions around genuine conversation, emotional safety, and active listening. The goal is for a child to feel understood before any other work begins. Dr. Cynthia is also deeply committed to culturally responsive care, bringing an awareness of the social, historical, and systemic forces that shape a young person's experience, including for families from LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities.

Dr. Cynthia works closely with parents, educators, and other professionals involved in a child's life to build a shared understanding and a coordinated approach to care.