Resources & Links
We believe that educated consumers are the most satisfied clients. In our work with clients, we regularly recommend reading to supplement the work done in session. We welcome questions that you may have about the therapeutic process because this ensures that we have clear goals and expectations. Feel free to also let us know what sites you think other clients might enjoy so that together we can continuously improve our service to our clients.
Useful Links Professionals We Recommend Our Reading Lists
Useful Links
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
Information on the most common mental health condition in America. Look under the Resources tab for
self-tests on a variety of conditions such as Social Anxiety Disorder, OCD, and
Panic Disorder.
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Association for Behavior Analysis International
Although this site is for practitioners, it does have a page that describes Behavior
Analysis, with frequently asked questions about how to apply behavior change principles,
especially with children with developmental disorders.
Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
A joint project of CHADD and the Centers for Disease Control, this organization is the
portal for scientifically based research on AD/HD.
CHADD
(Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity
Disorder)
Information about Attention/Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and how
it affects children and adults. See the Understanding ADD tab at the top of
the homepage.
National Resource Center on AD/HD
A joint project of CHADD and the Centers for Disease Control, this organization is the portal for
scientifically based research on AD/HD.
Autism
Autism
Society of America
The Autism Society of America is part of an
international support network that serves individuals on the autism
spectrum, their family members, and the professionals who serve them.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is an advocacy group that promotes expanded services to
autistic children and their families, as well as advancing research in the
field of autism.
Center for Autism and
Related Disorders
The CARD Center at the University of South
Florida provides training and consultation on autism for families, educators
and professionals throughout West Central Florida.
Autism Research Institute
Founded over 40 years ago, this site offers research that explores the possible
link between environmental triggers and the alarming increase in the prevalence
of autism. There are many FAQs, as well as editorials and links to providers
who follow the “Defeat Autism Now” method of treatment.
National Autism Association
As a member of the Autism Collaboration, this site provides information on
nutritional approaches to the treatment of autism. Also included is information
about their autism safety initiative called Found.
College and Career Guidance
Collegecareerlifeplanning.com
This website provides on-line resources for high school and college students who want
to know where they are going as young adults.
Occupational Outlook Quarterly
Young adults or individuals who are seeking a change in their career path, will
find the projections from the Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook to
help individuals find their path in life.
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Association
Homepage of the Learning Disabilities Association
of America. There are pages for parents and teachers, as well as for adults
with learning disabilities.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
This site includes excellent content on the Americans with Disabilities Act and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, both of which govern accommodations that
are appropriate in educational and work settings. A variety of downloadable
checklists that can be useful in identifying learning disabilities and
organizing relevant documents for use in school meetings are found here. Also
included is information on assistive technology.
LD Online
Learning Disabilities and AD/HD are featured on this site. Information on how
inclusion is affecting special education services is provided. There are many
topics featured, including multimedia resources.
Marriage and Family
Gottman Institute
This site provides information to adults who wish to improve their marriage or their
parent-child relationships.
Imago Relationships
Based upon the popular books of Dr. Harville Hendrix, this site helps couples
learn to use Imago Dialogs to reconnect. The work of Dr. Hendrix includes
psychological and neurological principles to explain why the source of
frustrations within a couple’s relationship is often the product of the very
characteristics that attracted them to each other.
MSN -
Relationships &
MSN -
Family
These sites may provide a fresh perspective on the
issues of family life, but Family Psychology Associates cannot state if the
opinions in these news articles are consistent with psychological research.
Relationship Quiz
Take a brief quiz to learn more about the
state of your relationship or browse books and DVDs for couples who want to
improve their relationship. Dr. Gottman’s research informs the work that we
do with couples.
Psychology
APA Help Center
The American Psychological Association provides research-based information on the connection
between healthy bodies and healthy minds, resilience in a time of war,
psychologically healthy workplaces, and parenting. Information is often updated.
Mental Health Florida
This site is the Public and Professional Information Page sponsored by the
Florida Psychological Association. Features include Psychology in the News,
articles on a variety of topics and information on mental health parity.
National Institute of Mental Health
This comprehensive site that features the latest research funded by the federal
government is dedicated to “transforming the understanding and treatment of
mental illness through research.” Stories illustrate the expanding insights
into the relationship between brain development and mental health. You will
find statistics on many conditions, mental health topics and clinical trials.
Psychology in the News
Psycport.com is APA’s official website of current new articles regarding
psychology. This is an excellent resource for keeping up with the latest in
psychological news.
Seniors
Area Agency on Aging
As a designated Aging and Disability Resource Center, this organization has
served seniors and their families in Pinellas and Pasco counties since 1974.
Their mission is to help older adults remain in their own homes.
Tourette Syndrome
Tourette Syndrome Association
of America
Home page of the Tourette Syndrome Association of
America, including a list of publications and videos. There are also pages
for individuals with TS, as well as information on research and treatment.
Tourette Syndrome “Plus”
Because Tourette Syndrome has many other conditions which may coexist with motor
and vocal tics, this site provides a review of all the other conditions which
should be included in a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan for TS.
Trauma
EMDR International Association
Practitioners who employ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing techniques
may be certified by this organization. EMDR is used for the treatment of trauma
in children and adults, especially those with post-traumatic stress disorder.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
With a focus on the effects of traumatic stress on chidren, this organization
strives to improve access and standards of care for children who have been
exposed to violence, terrorism and natural disasters.
Professionals We Recommend
Developmental Pediatricians
Tridas Center for Child Development
4144 N. Armenia Avenue Auite 375
Tampa, FL 33607
813-876-8316
Fax 813-875-4011
www.thetridascenter.com
Eric Tridas, M.D.
Nancy Carnevale, M.D.
All Children’s Hospital- Developmental Pediatrics
www.allkids.org
Flora Howie, M.D.
880 6th Street South
ACH Box 7825 Suite 490
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-8035
Fax 727-767-4765
Henry Shapiro, M.D.
880 6th Street South
ACH Box 7825 Suite 490
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-8035
Fax 727-767-4765
Mary Pavan, M.D.
880 6th Street South
ACH Box 7470
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-6723
Fax 727-767-4715
Neurologists
Richard Gunderman, M.D.
5106 N. Armenia Ave. Suite 5
Tampa, FL 33603
813-879-7816
Diana Pollock, M.D.
430 Morton Plant Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-443-3295
Jose Foradada, M.D.
4710 N. Habana Ave.
Tampa, FL 33614
813-874-2000
Joseph Casadonte, M.D.
All Children’s Hospital
www.allkids.org
880 6th St. South, Suite 430
ACH Box 7530
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-4149
Fax 727-767-4294
Parent Coordinators
James Boone, Ph. D.
2625 Keystone Road #3
Tarpon Springs, Florida 34688-7436
727-944-4600
Lynn Romano, M.A.
www.divorcetransitiontampabay.com
PO Box 1924
Oldsmar, FL 34677
727-542-5498
Robert Klein, Ph.D. PA
901 N. Hercules Ave. Suite G
Clearwater, FL 33765
727-441-4579
Mitchell Kroungold, Ph.D. PA
401 Corbett Street Suite 300
Belleair, FL 33756
727-442-6007
Psychiatrists
(those who see children are noted by *)
Joseph Adan, M.D.*
A & M Psychiatric Services
1938 Soule Road
Clearwater, FL 33759
727-726-7442
Fax 727-288-1111
www.ampsychiatric.com
Rachel Augustines, M.D.*
1100 Clearwater-Largo Road North
Largo, FL 33770
727-518-6444
Fax 727-518-2678
Gustavo J. Cuadra, M.D.
3023 Eastland Blvd Bldg H, Suite 106
Clearwater, FL 33761
727-265-1781
Fax 727-330-7578
Nick Dewan, M.D.
2623 McCormick Dr. Suite 102
Clearwater, FL 33769
727-723-0779
Fax 727-723-0770
www.drnickdewan.com
Jillian Glass, M.D.*
202 South Westland Ave.
Tampa, FL 33606
813-251-1076
Fax 813-251-1476
www.jillianglassmd.com
Ron Lopez, M.D.*
Brain Enhancement Institute
2843 US Alternate 19
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
727-772-0038
Fax 727-787-2384
Troy Noonan, M.D.*
710 Oakfield Drive Suite 209
Brandon, FL 33511
813-657-7022
Amaya Ramos, M.D.*
5707 North 22nd Street
Tampa, FL 33610
813-972-1700
Fax 813-272-2244
Joseph Shanklin, M.D.*
Center for Emotional Wellness
2329 Sunset Point Road Suite 203
Clearwater, FL 33765
727-669-3911
Fax 727-669-3813
Jeffrey Alvaro, M.D.*
All Children’s Hospital
880 Sixth Street South Suite 110
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-8477
Fax 727-767-8244
Mark Cavitt, M.D.*
All Children’s Hospital
880 Sixth Street South Suite 110
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-767-8477
Fax 727-767-8244
Marianna Delgado, M.D.*
800 2nd Avenue North Suite B
Safety Harbor, FL 34695
727-799-7530
Fax 727-799-7539
M. K. El-Yousef, M.D.
Neuropsychiatric Specialties
1555 South Fort Harrison Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-446-2005
Fax 727-441-2849
www.healthcarealternative.net
Walter Griffith, M.D.
5565 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33703
727-577-1203
Robert Mayer, M.D.*
1100 Clearwater-Largo Road N.
Largo, FL 33770
727-518-6444
Fax 727-518-2678
George Northrup, M.D.
3601 West Azeele Street
Tampa, FL 33609
813-350-9500
Fax 813-350-9544
www.attentionandwellness.com
Michelle Scargle, M.D.
3023 Eastland Blvd Bldg H, Suite 106
Clearwater, FL 33761
727-265-1781
Fax 727-330-7578