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Therapy and Assessment Services for Adults, Adolescents, and Kids

with Specialization in Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety

Empowering neurodivergent individuals of all ages to lead more authentic and fulfilling lives. We offer individual and family therapy with a specialization in parenting, child and adolescent therapy, as well as supporting the needs of autistic women and women with ADHD.

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THERAPY AND ASSESSMENT

We're here to provide insight, clarity, and tools for navigating modern parenting. While diagnostic labels offer a starting point, our approach remains person-centered. Believing children do their best, we collaborate with you to create supportive environments tailored to their unique profiles.

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Hilyah has been an incredible source of support for our family.  Hilyah was so gentle and accommodating to our family and our questions throughout the process. 

Chloe, parent of 4year old

We felt truly seen in this process. The evaluation was thoughtful, clear, and practical—every recommendation translated into something we could use at school right away. Thank you for treating our son with patience and respect and for helping us advocate effectively.

 Patty, father of an 11year old

 As a psychoeducational specialist, she didn’t just assess my son—she truly advocated for him.

 Sheena, mother of a 5 year old. 

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Our Parent Support Group offers a supportive space to process your feelings and connect with others going through similar experiences.

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Perfect for children who struggle with anxiety, navigating social interactions, or managing big emotions. Led by a highly experienced registered art therapist and certified play therapist! Learn more here.

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OUR TEAM'S AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

"Our job as parents is not to rescue our kids from hard things and uncomfortable feelings. Our job is to walk with them through their difficult moments with connection and empathy."

Dr. Dan Siegal and Dr. Tina Bryson

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT THERAPY TO REDUCE ANXIETY AND PROMOTE 
EMOTIONAL REGULATION, 
RESILIENCE, AND SELF CONCEPT.

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ADULT THERAPY FOR WOMEN SPECIALIZATION IN AUTISM AND ADHD WITH AN APPROACH THAT IS NEURODIVERSITY AFFIRMING AND SEEKS TO PROMOTE INSIGHT, SELF REGULATION, AND SELF-ADVOCACY. 

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TESTING TO IDENTIFY AUTISM, LEARNING DIFFERENCES, ADHD, GIFTED AND TWICE EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS

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COUPLES THERAPY AIMED AT IMPROVING PARENTING, COMMUNICATION, CONFLICT RESOLUTION, AND CONNECTION

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"The question isn't so much, Are we parenting the right way? as it is: Are you the adult you want your child to grow up to be?"

Brené Brown

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Connected Strides

16133 Ventura Blvd. 

Encino, CA 91436

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Connected Strides offers therapy and testing services for families living in Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, and Woodland Hills. Telehealth and video therapy services are available for residents of California. 
©2025 by Connected Strides.

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