As a therapist in Littleton, Colorado, the clients I see frequently struggle with worries, fears, sadness and difficulty with peer or family relationships. This can affect how they function at school, home, and with family and friends. Children and adolescents who are anxious or depressed behave differently than adults and may act out at home and at school. Some of the symptoms of anxiety in children and adolescents include: excessiving worrying, separation anxiety, hair pulling or picking at skin, isolation, crying, refusing to go to school, fidgeting, and changes in sleep, appetite, or mood. I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar or schizophrenic disorders that affect their ability to maintain family relationships or work. Symptoms related to anxiety or depression seen in adults include: excessive worry, difficulty focusing at work, lack of interest in activities, sadness, and changes in sleep or mood. In addition to therapy, I conduct psychological assessments, which are used in diagnosing Learning Disorders, Mood and Thought Disorders. This includes evaluating an individual's cognitive, adaptive behavioral, and personality traits in a supportive and strengths based environment. In order to provide a more personalized and valuable experience, I work with the client to design these psychological assessments to answer questions a client has about his or her strengths and challenges in life