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Psychotherapy or Social Emotional Learning Curriculum (SEL) ? Which is the best choice for my child?

2024-02-27T02:29:21+00:00

We often get phone calls and questions from parents, many of whom are calling to find a therapist for their child. In many cases, after speaking with the family and learning about their child’s challenges, I personally recommend Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum instead. Why? For many reasons- one of which is that Social Emotional [...]

Psychotherapy or Social Emotional Learning Curriculum (SEL) ? Which is the best choice for my child?2024-02-27T02:29:21+00:00

February Social Skills Group 2024

2024-01-10T19:32:48+00:00

We are very excited to announce that a new round of our San Diego Behavior Solutions social skills group training is starting on Thursday, February 8th! We are offering social skills groups for children TK-6th grade! Your group leaders, Alexandra Padilla, BCBA, and Nicollette Herrera, BCBA will help your child practice for social situations with [...]

February Social Skills Group 20242024-01-10T19:32:48+00:00

ADHD GROUP

2023-09-21T17:23:06+00:00

Calling all 3rd-5th Graders!  I’m thrilled to announce that registration is now open for another round of our ADHD group! If your child or student is struggling with executive functioning, cooperation, engagement, organization skills, or socially appropriate responses, then this program is for you!   While kids settle into the new school year and families return [...]

ADHD GROUP2023-09-21T17:23:06+00:00

SDKF Education Center

2023-08-29T20:05:41+00:00

We serve children of all ages! Our services include: Social/Emotional Learning, Study/ Organizational Skills Training, Educational Therapy, Dyslexia Screening, Multidisciplinary Evaluations,  IEP/504 Services, Classroom observations, and Social Pairings  Please view the descriptions below for a detailed outline of each service!   Social/Emotional Learning Social Emotional Learning is the process of developing the self-awareness, self-control, and [...]

SDKF Education Center2023-08-29T20:05:41+00:00

You Won’t Want To Miss This

2023-06-29T17:19:26+00:00

Registration for our “Littles” summer social skills group ends soon! Social skills are essential for future success in all aspects of life. In addition to giving your children the tools they need to be prepared for a lifetime of healthy social interaction with others, our group provides children with strategies for developing self-regulation and building [...]

You Won’t Want To Miss This2023-06-29T17:19:26+00:00

Targeted ADHD evaluations

2023-02-28T18:32:20+00:00

At San Diego Kids First, we recognize the value of a tailored comprehensive assessment that fits the unique needs of your child/ teen. We seek to answer each referred client's developmental concerns by providing detailed and impactful recommendations for your family. Throughout this process, we are mindful of the time-sensitive nature of an assessment and [...]

Targeted ADHD evaluations2023-02-28T18:32:20+00:00

Calling all Social Stars!

2023-02-23T23:06:58+00:00

We are very excited to announce that a new round of our San Diego Behavior Solutions social skills group training is starting on Thursday, March 9th! Due to an overwhelming response to our previous groups, registration is open immediately and filling quickly. Details: Who:  4th, 5th, & 6th graders When: Thursday’s from 5:15-6:45pm Duration: 6 [...]

Calling all Social Stars!2023-02-23T23:06:58+00:00

New Year, New FREE Services

2023-02-03T03:59:22+00:00

We are partnering with local preschools to provide free developmental screens to registered students! While returning back to school has been an adjustment post-pandemic, nearly all of our normal structures and routines have been abolished or transformed into something different. New routines, processes, requirements, and expectations are in place. To assist in clarifying some of [...]

New Year, New FREE Services2023-02-03T03:59:22+00:00

New Low Fee Services!

2022-11-15T23:05:37+00:00

As many of you know, Dr. Pontillo has been a voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, for 13 years, where she has been providing clinical supervision to  Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Fellows in their final year of training.  In Dr. Pontillo’s continued commitment to education and training of quality professionals [...]

New Low Fee Services!2022-11-15T23:05:37+00:00

Solving the Mystery of After School Meltdowns

2022-11-15T22:59:34+00:00

Many parents find themselves questioning why their children's negative behaviors spike as soon as they get home from school. They often hear how amazing their child is during the school day but can’t seem to get the same behaviors at home. Our specialist in educational psychology, Kaydon Schanberger was interviewed by San Diego Family Magazine to [...]

Solving the Mystery of After School Meltdowns2022-11-15T22:59:34+00:00
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