CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, PARENTS, AND FAMILIES
Andrew has dedicated his career to supporting children, adolescents, parents, and families. As a passionate behaviorist and family therapist, he employs contemporary, thoroughly researched, and effective methods.
Andrew’s approach revolves around thorough assessment and tailored treatment planning. He deeply values each child’s uniqueness, ensuring that interventions align closely with their individual circumstances. By actively listening and empathizing, Andrew establishes meaningful connections with each child, while also fostering understanding within families through compassionate modeling and intervention.
In his work with children, Andrew places significant emphasis on involving parents and other family members in the treatment process. Renowned for his expertise in system approaches, he not only addresses the needs of the child but also considers the dynamics of the entire family unit. He excels in navigating complex family situations, including separation, divorce, blended, child custody, adoption, and experiences of loss and trauma.
Continually striving to facilitate behavioral change, Andrew specializes in childhood and adolescent anxiety disorders, including childhood depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Trichotillomania. Additionally, he adeptly tackles academic concerns such as school phobia and refusal, collaborating closely with educators, coaches, and pediatricians. Drawing on his training in ACT/RFT, he employs mindfulness, metaphors, journaling, imagery, music, art, and movement to engage children effectively. Andrew is well-versed in gold standard techniques for treating anxiety and depression, such as exposure/response prevention, behavior activation, and habit reversal. Through his forty years of practice, his unwavering commitment remains to help each child and family overcome conflicts and achieve their goals.
ADULTS
In today’s society, adults grapple with overwhelming challenges. While attempts to analyze, control, or avoid these situations offer temporary relief, often these approaches can heighten anxiety in the long run.
Dr. D’Amico offers a fresh perspective with his use of ACT/RFT, grounded in contemporary, extensively researched methodologies. This process aims to liberate the mind from verbal traps, enabling individuals to pursue meaningful goals. Beginning with thorough assessment and value identification, treatment progresses towards purposeful action. Drawing from his expertise in Relational Frame Theory, Dr. D’Amico employs a contextual behavioral approach, encouraging adults to align their behaviors with their values through experiential conversations and exercises conducted during sessions. Additionally, he integrates mindfulness, acceptance, and compassion techniques into his practice.
A specialist in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Trichotillomania, and Depression, Dr. D’Amico employs gold standard methods such as exposure and response prevention, behavioral activation, and habit reversal. His ultimate objective is to cultivate a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where adults can achieve their goals and thrive.