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Novembers 2009 eNews

The Time For Change Is Now ...

The Place For Change Is Here.

Many parents have asked about the origin of our clinic's name, "Keystone Behavioral Pediatrics." When we started developing the practice, we wanted a name that represents services that offer a foundation and support for families and their needs. The word "Keystone" means anchor: a central cohesive source of support and stability; a central building block. Today, Keystone is proud to live up to its name.

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"Walk Now for Autism Speaks"

The Inaugural Jacksonville "Walk Now for Autism Speaks" will be this Sunday, November 8, 2009 at UNF’s Hodges Stadium. Visit our booth at the Resource Fair. Our staff will be there to talk to you and answer any questions you may have about the services we provide. Additionally, there will be a special activity for your children! Hope to see you on Sunday.

Sunday, November 8, 2009
Resource Fair Open from 8:30 a.m. until 12 noon

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Meet-N-Greet Our Doctors!

On the first Wednesday of every month from 5:00-6:00 p.m., you will have an opportunity to meet and greet with all the doctors at Keystone Behavioral Pediatrics. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know Dr. Katie Falwell, Dr. Adrienne DeSantis, Dr. Joy Kolb, and Dr. Paras Nabizadeh. Please bring any questions you may have about our practice.

The next Meet-N-Greet will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2009.

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Mom's Morning Out

Mom's Morning Out is offered every Tuesday from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. The program is open to children 18 months - 4 years of age. Children will learn play skills and early social skills through both cooperative play and scheduled activities such as arts and crafts. Call now to sign-up!

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Social Skills and Sib Shop

Social Skills Groups are held every Monday & Thursday from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

We are pleased to offer Sib Shops, a special group for siblings of special needs children. This group will focus on helping siblings better understand the needs of their brother or sister with special needs. The class is taught by Dr. Katie Falwell and the group meets on the first Monday of every month from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. For more information, call Paige @ 904.619.6071.
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Please Welcome Our Newest Additions!


R.J. Navarro


We are so excited to announce Keystone's Senior Occupational Therapist, R.J. Navarro. Appointments with R.J. can be made by calling our office.


RJ graduated with his degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles (USC). He has spent his entire career in settings specializing in Neurological Rehabilitation in both the adult and pediatric population. Areas of specialty with adults include Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury rehabilitation. Within the pediatric population, RJ has focused his services to those with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injuries, and Downs Syndrome working in pediatric home care, the school system, and a pediatric Sensory Integration Clinic. He has worked extensively in Visual Therapy, Hand Splinting, and Wheelchair seating. RJ is also certificated in Neuro-Developmental Treatment with practical knowledge of all modalities. He is currently the Senior Occupational Therapist at Keystone Behavioral Pediatrics working within a multi-disciplinary team approach.

 

Dr. Paras Nabizadeh


Dr. Paras Nabizadeh received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Behavioral Psychology from the University of Florida. She received her Masters and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University. During her time at NSU, Dr. Nabizadeh provided a broad range of psychological and neuropsychological assessments, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral treatments, and crisis intervention, with a focus on children and adolescents. During her recent internship at Park Place in Orlando, Florida, Dr. Nabizadeh worked with clients of all ages in the clinic as well as in community behavioral health settings. Dr. Nabizadeh is currently completing her residency at Keystone Behavioral Pediatrics.

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Assessments

Keystone offers comprehensive Psychological, Psychoeducational, and Autism Assessments for children 2 - 21 years of age. We frequently provide treatment for the following:

Behaviors:  Noncompliance/Refusals * Physical and Verbal Aggression * Social Skill Deficits * Feeding Resistance * Self-injury * Toileting Resistance * Sleep Disturbances * Language/Communication Delays * Excessive Fear or Phobias * Attention Difficulties * Academic Struggles/Homework Refusal *Trauma Related to Abuse and Neglect * Family Relational Problems * Attachment and Separation Issues * Medication Refusal * Resistance to Medical Treatment

Diagnoses:  Autism Spectrum Disorders * Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder * Oppositional Defiant Disorder * Disruptive Behavior Disorder * Conduct Disorder * Communication, Speech, and Language Disorders * Learning Disorders * Feeding Disorders * Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder * Obsessive Compulsive Disorder * Eating Disorders * Mood Disorders * Anxiety Disorders * Developmental Delay * Tics * Sleep Disorders * Encopresis/Enuresis

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Keystone Staff

Clinical Director
Dr. Katherine Falwell, BCBA-D

Psychologists
Dr. Adrienne DeSantis, NCSP
Dr. Joy Kolb, BCBA
Dr. Paras Nabizadeh

Office Staff
Lori Lawrimore
Paige DeMasters

Behavior Therapists
Michelle Castanos
Kim Cruise, BCaBA
Victoria Gazarova
Lori Kerch, BCaBA
Marcelle Medina
Jennifer Mitchell
Tiffanie Stamper
Lindsay Vick

Occupational Therapist
RJ Navarro

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