PANS/PANDAS Parent Support & Psychotherapy


Oakland, California & Online

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Specialized emotional support for parents navigating the challenges of caring for a child with PANS/PANDAS.

You didn’t expect to become an expert in neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and psychiatric flare-ups.
But here you are — managing meltdowns, advocating at school meetings, researching treatments late at night, and questioning everything.

When your child’s symptoms don’t fit neatly into a diagnostic category, parenting can feel terrifying, exhausting, and isolating.


I’m a licensed psychologist, and I’m also a parent of a child with PANS/PANDAS. I understand this from both a clinical and lived perspective.
I know what it’s like to sit in a doctor’s office and not be believed. I know the grief of watching your child disappear into a flare. And I know how hard it is to keep advocating when you’re running on empty.

This space is designed to support you as a parent so you don’t have to carry all of this alone.

Who I Help — and What I Don't Provide

My practice focuses on supporting parents of children, adolescents, and young adults affected by PANS/PANDAS. Whether your family is newly navigating these challenges or has been managing them for years, this work is about supporting you.

As a licensed psychologist with both clinical and personal experience navigating PANS/PANDAS, I offer supportive psychotherapy focused on caregiver stress, emotional well-being, problem-solving, and the challenges of advocating for your child.

Please note: I do not evaluate, diagnose, or medically treat PANS/PANDAS in children or adults. I also do not provide individual psychotherapy to the person experiencing PANS/PANDAS symptoms. Families seeking diagnostic evaluation or medical treatment should consult a qualified medical provider.

You shouldn’t have to figure this out alone.

Parenting a child with PANS or PANDAS often means:

  • Behaviors that come out of nowhere

  • Doctors who don’t understand

  • Schools that push back or pathologize

  • Emotional whiplash from one day to the next

This is not about “bad parenting” or a lack of discipline
You’re managing an invisible illness that affects your child’s brain, body, and behavior.

I offer a calm, grounded space to help you make sense of what’s happening, think more clearly about next steps, and stay emotionally steadier as you advocate for your child — without losing yourself in the process.

Support for Parents Navigating PANS/PANDAS

For parents seeking support for themselves, not diagnosis or treatment for their child.

Schedule a Free 15-Minute Parent Consultation

What we can work on together

  • Coping with the uncertainty and emotional demands of your child's diagnosis and treatment journey

  • Communicating more effectively with doctors, teachers, and family

  • Creating realistic, sustainable plans for home, school, and daily life

  • Managing the stress of treatment decisions and communicating your concerns with your child's providers

  • Navigating the emotional impact—fear, grief, and burnout

  • Supporting your own nervous system so you can feel more grounded, steady, and supported

Frequently asked questions about PANS/PANDAS parent support

  • No. I don't provide PANS/PANDAS evaluations, diagnoses, medical treatment, or direct therapy for children or adults with the condition. My work focuses on the emotional well-being and support needs of their parents.

  • Yes. I support parents of children, teens, and young adults navigating PANS/PANDAS. The focus of our work is on your experience as a parent, rather than treating your child's condition.

  • You don't need to have all the answers before seeking support. I can help you manage the stress and uncertainty of the process, although I cannot determine whether your child has PANS/PANDAS.

  • Yes. I provide parent-focused supportive psychotherapy that combines emotional support, practical problem-solving, and strategies for managing caregiver stress. You are the client, and treatment focuses on your own needs and well-being.

  • I'm an out-of-network provider and can provide superbills for eligible psychotherapy services. Reimbursement depends on your insurance plan, diagnosis, and coverage.

  • Yes. I offer a free 15-minute video consultation to discuss your needs and determine whether my parent-focused psychotherapy services are a good fit.

Resources for Professionals

Are you a therapist or mental health professional working with families affected by PANS/PANDAS? I offer a training course for clinicians who want a deeper understanding of how to support these families with greater confidence and sensitivity.

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