Kathleen M. Cuneo

With over three decades of experience dedicated to helping children and families thrive, Dr. Kathleen M. Cuneo stands at the forefront of child and family psychology. Her unwavering focus on fostering growth, unlocking potential, and nurturing happy, healthy, and balanced lives sets the tone for her practice.

Dr. Cuneo's expertise is rooted in a solid academic foundation. She earned her doctoral degree in Applied Developmental Psychology from Fordham University, laying the groundwork for her specialized approach to child and family therapy. As a licensed psychologist in the state of New York, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, working with children as young as toddlers and extending her care through adolescence and into adulthood.

Specializing in some of the most prevalent challenges facing children and families today, Dr. Cuneo's areas of expertise include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and behavioral issues. Her approach is comprehensive, addressing not only the immediate concerns but also focusing on building strong, supportive family relationships, enhancing school performance, fostering positive peer interactions, and bolstering overall self-esteem.

Dr. Cuneo's therapeutic toolkit is both diverse and specialized. She offers a range of services including play therapy, child psychotherapy, parent counseling, and parent-child psychotherapy. Notably, she is trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), an innovative parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents struggling with anxiety. This specialized training, coupled with her professional membership in CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), underscores her commitment to staying at the cutting edge of therapeutic interventions.

Understanding that the greatest change in children's behavior often occurs within loving, supportive parent-child relationships, Dr. Cuneo places a strong emphasis on parental involvement in her work with children. This family-centered approach ensures that positive changes extend beyond the therapy room and into daily life. For adult clients, Dr. Cuneo offers strategies to enhance happiness and success while managing stress, anxiety, and life's challenges.

Dr. Cuneo's practice extends beyond traditional in-person sessions. She offers telehealth services for New York state residents, making her expertise accessible to a wider range of clients. Whether in her office, conveniently located for Bergen, Rockland, and Westchester counties, or through virtual sessions, Dr. Cuneo remains dedicated to partnering with individuals and families to develop and implement solution-focused strategies that make lives better.