Segel Psychological Center

Home
About
- Staff
  
  Martin D. Segel, Ph.D.
  
  Marissa Roecklein, Ph.D.
  
  Ilene Kaskel, Psy.D.
  
  Stefania Dannacher, Psy.D
  
  Kaci Garcia, Psy.D.
  
  Marcia Washington, Ph.D.
  
  Aliesha Rosa, Psy.D., ABN
  
  Daniella López Palacios, Psy.D.
  
  Sharon Walzer, Ph.D.
  
  Jane Collins
  
  Bryan Boudreault
  
  Rosemary Guzy
  
  More Information
  
  Martin D. Segel, Ph.D.
  
  President
  
  Marissa Roecklein, Ph.D.
  
  Clinical Director
  
  Ilene Kaskel, Psy.D.
  
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  
  Stefania Dannacher, Psy.D
  
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  
  Kaci Garcia, Psy.D.
  
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  
  Marcia Washington, Ph.D.
  
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  
  Aliesha Rosa, Psy.D., ABN
  
  Board Certified Neuropsychologist
  
  Daniella López Palacios, Psy.D.
  
  Licensed Psychologist
  
  Sharon Walzer, Ph.D.
  
  Post Doctoral Resident
  
  Jane Collins
  
  Vocational Evaluator
  
  Bryan Boudreault, Certified Vocational Evaluator
  
  Vocational Evaluator
  
  Rosemary Guzy
  
  Vocational Evaluator
Modalities
- Modalities
  
  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  
  Client-Centered Therapy
  
  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  
  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Couples Therapy
  
  Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  
  Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  
  Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  
  Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  
  Family Systems Therapy
  
  Gottman Method Couples Therapy
  
  Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  
  Psychodynamic Therapy
  
  Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  
  More Information
  
  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  
  ACT is an evidence-based, mindfulness-driven approach that helps individuals develop a healthier relationship with their thoughts and emotions. Rather than fighting against difficult feelings, ACT encourages acceptance, self-compassion, and a reconnection with personal values. This allows for greater psychological flexibility.
  
  Client-Centered Therapy
  
  Client-Centered Therapy creates a warm, accepting, and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their inner experiences freely. This humanistic approach is grounded in empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. These core principles support greater emotional insight, self-acceptance, and connection with internal strengths.
  
  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  
  CBT is a structured and goal-oriented therapy that highlights the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It provides practical, step-by-step tools designed to promote healthier thinking patterns and more effective coping strategies. The approach helps individuals build confidence as they navigate challenges and work toward emotional balance.
  
  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Couples Therapy
  
  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Couples Therapy helps partners identify unhelpful thoughts and behavioral patterns that influence their relationship dynamics. It emphasizes practical tools for communication, problem-solving, and emotional expression. This structured approach supports the development of healthier, more supportive interactions.
  
  Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  
  CPT is a structured, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals understand and reframe thoughts and beliefs that persist after trauma. It supports emotional clarity and helps individuals examine the ways trauma has impacted their perceptions of safety, trust, and self-worth. The therapy offers a systematic path toward regaining a sense of control and emotional stability.
  
  Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  
  EFT is an attachment-based therapy that helps individuals and couples understand their emotional needs and reshape emotional responses. It focuses on strengthening emotional safety, deepening connection, and creating more secure relational bonds. EFT supports the development of new, healthier emotional patterns.
  
  Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  
  ERP is a leading, research-supported treatment for OCD and related anxiety disorders. It involves gradually approaching feared thoughts, sensations, or situations, while reducing compulsive or avoidant behaviors. This process helps decrease anxiety over time and restores a sense of freedom and control.
  
  Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  
  EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain reprocess and integrate traumatic or distressing memories, emotions, and patterns. It uses bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tapping) to reduce the emotional intensity of past experiences. The approach can be effective for a wide range of concerns and allows individuals to experience meaningful change without needing to rely solely on traditional talk-based methods.
  
  Family Systems Therapy
  
  Family Systems Therapy views concerns within the larger context of family interactions and dynamics. It helps families improve communication, clarify roles, and strengthen emotional connections. This approach promotes healthier patterns of support and functioning across the family system.
  
  Gottman Method Couples Therapy
  
  The Gottman Method is a research-based approach designed to strengthen emotional connection, improve communication, and enhance conflict management. It draws on decades of scientific study examining what makes relationships thrive. The method incorporates structured exercises and evidence-based strategies.
  
  Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  
  IPT is a structured, time-limited therapy focused on improving emotional well-being through healthier relationships and communication. It explores the impact of grief, role transitions, interpersonal conflict, and social skills on emotional health. This approach emphasizes relational patterns and practical tools for navigating them.
  
  Psychodynamic Therapy
  
  Psychodynamic therapy focuses on how early experiences, unconscious patterns, and relational dynamics shape current thoughts and emotions. It encourages deep reflection and insight into longstanding concerns. Over time, this approach supports emotional growth, improved self- awareness, and healthier relationships.
  
  Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  
  Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) integrates the structure of CBT with principles of trauma sensitivity, safety, and empowerment. It emphasizes stabilization, emotional regulation, and coping skills before deeper trauma processing occurs. This approach adapts traditional CBT to honor the unique impact of trauma on the mind and body.
Evaluations
- Evaluations
  
  Adaptive Functioning Evaluations
  
  ADHD Evaluations
  
  Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
  
  Comprehensive Autism Evaluations
  
  Comprehensive Vocational Evaluations
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Competency to Stand Trial
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Downward Departure
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Mitigation
  
  Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations
  
  Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations for Personal Injury (Including Traumatic Brain Injury)
  
  Forensic Psychological Evaluations
  
  Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
  
  General Intellectual (IQ) Evaluations
  
  Gifted Evaluations
  
  Neuropsychological Evaluations
  
  Personality and Emotional Evaluations
  
  Psychoeducational / Learning Disability Evaluations
  
  Vocational Interest & Aptitude Evaluations
  
  More Information
  
  Adaptive Functioning Evaluations
  
  An Adaptive Functioning Evaluation focuses on everyday life skills such as communication, self-care, safety awareness, social skills, and independence. It examines how an individual manages daily routines in real-world settings, rather than only in structured testing situations. This type of evaluation is critical for understanding functional strengths and needs.
  
  ADHD Evaluations
  
  An ADHD Evaluation examines attention, organization, activity level, and impulse control to determine whether an individual meets criteria for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. The process typically includes interviews, questionnaires, developmental and academic history, and targeted cognitive and executive testing. The goal is to create a complete and accurate picture of attentional and executive functioning.
  
  Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
  
  A Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) is a personalized, written plan that outlines specific, positive strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and build more appropriate, helpful ones. It is developed based on the results of a Functional Behavior Assessment. The plan emphasizes teaching a person skills and adjusting environments, rather than relying solely on consequences.
  
  Comprehensive Autism Evaluations
  
  A Comprehensive Autism Evaluation examines social communication, behavior patterns, sensory experiences, and developmental history to determine whether an individual may be on the autism spectrum. Gold-standard tools, careful observation, and in-depth interviews are used to develop a nuanced understanding of functioning. The evaluation is designed to be structured, respectful, and appropriately tailored to the person’s developmental level.
  
  Comprehensive Vocational Evaluations
  
  A Comprehensive Vocational Evaluation offers an in-depth look at a person’s work-related strengths, interests, aptitudes, and barriers. It often includes standardized tests, work samples, simulations, interviews, and review of educational and employment history. The evaluation aims to provide a realistic, detailed picture of vocational potential and needs.
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Competency to Stand Trial
  
  A Competency To Stand Trial Evaluation assesses whether a defendant can understand the legal process and work with legal counsel in a meaningful way. It examines understanding of charges, courtroom roles, potential outcomes, and the ability to reason and make informed decisions. The impact of mental health or cognitive conditions on these abilities is also evaluated.
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Downward Departure
  
  A Downward Departure Evaluation explores psychological, neuropsychological, and developmental factors that may support a request for a sentence below the usual guideline range. It focuses on the individual’s mental health, cognitive functioning, trauma history, and life circumstances. The purpose is to provide the court with a more complete clinical context, not to excuse behavior.
  
  Forensic Evaluations for Mitigation
  
  Mitigation Evaluations provide a comprehensive view of a person’s background, including developmental history, mental health, trauma, medical issues, neurocognitive functioning, and social environment. They are intended to help the court understand the broader context in which an offense occurred. Information from many sources is integrated into a coherent, clinically grounded narrative.
  
  Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations
  
  A Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluation examines cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning in the context of a specific legal question. It applies expertise in brain–behavior relationships to issues such as possible brain injury, capacity, competency, or functional impairment. The evaluation integrates test data with medical records, history, and collateral information.
  
  Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluations for Personal Injury (Including Traumatic Brain Injury)
  
  In personal injury cases, a Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluation assesses cognitive and emotional changes following events such as traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, or other medical incidents. The focus is on how these changes affect everyday functioning and work capacity. Test data are interpreted in light of medical history, prior functioning, and other relevant information.
  
  Forensic Psychological Evaluations
  
  A Forensic Psychological Evaluation focuses on emotional, behavioral, and personality functioning in legal or court-related situations. It may address questions related to mental health diagnoses, psychological injury, risk, parenting capacity, or other issues relevant to criminal, civil, or family law. The process typically combines clinical interviews, standardized measures, and collatera
  
  Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
  
  A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is a structured process used to understand why a behavior is occurring. It examines what tends to happen before and after the behavior and how others respond. The goal is to identify the function of the behavior so that more effective, respectful strategies can be developed.
  
  General Intellectual (IQ) Evaluations
  
  A General Intellectual (IQ) Evaluation measures key thinking skills such as reasoning, problem-solving, verbal abilities, working memory, and processing speed. It provides a clear understanding of overall intellectual functioning and cognitive strengths. This type of evaluation may stand alone or be incorporated into a broader assessment.
  
  Gifted Evaluations
  
  A Gifted Evaluation assesses advanced reasoning and learning abilities using standardized, age- appropriate tests. It clarifies whether a child meets criteria for gifted programming or may benefit from enrichment or academic acceleration. The evaluation also provides insight into the child’s cognitive profile and learning style.
  
  Neuropsychological Evaluations
  
  A Neuropsychological Evaluation is a careful, in-depth assessment of how an individual’s brain is functioning in everyday life, including memory, attention, problem-solving, and emotional functioning. Through a series of standardized, evidence-based tests, clinicians develop a clear picture of cognitive strengths and areas of difficulty. The information gained is organized into a comprehensive, clinically meaningful profile.
  
  Personality and Emotional Evaluations
  
  A Personality And Emotional Evaluation explores patterns of mood, behavior, stress response, coping, and relating. Through interviews and standardized measures, it provides a deeper understanding of emotional functioning, relationships, and interpersonal style. This type of assessment highlights underlying dynamics that may not be immediately apparent in everyday life.
  
  Psychoeducational / Learning Disability Evaluations
  
  A Psychoeducational Evaluation clarifies how an individual best learns by examining thinking skills, academic abilities, and learning processes. It identifies areas of strength, as well as areas where additional support may be beneficial. This approach provides a compassionate, data- driven understanding of a person’s learning profile.
  
  Vocational Interest & Aptitude Evaluations
  
  A Vocational Interest and Aptitude Evaluation helps clarify the types of careers and work environments in which an individual is most likely to thrive. It examines strengths, preferences, talents, and transferable skills through structured assessments and collaborative discussion. The process results in a more focused understanding of vocational direction.
Contact

Call us at (954) 428-6020

Segel Psychological Center

Home / Evaluations / Gifted Evaluations

Gifted Evaluations

Schedule Your Gifted Evaluations today

Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential

Admissions Testing: Meet criteria for gifted & enrichment programs.
Understand Their Needs: Insight into learning styles and cognitive strengths.
Expert Clinicians: Trusted by families and schools alike.
Actionable Advice: Clear next steps for education and parenting.
Qualify for Gifted Programs: Standardized testing to determine eligibility for public and private school gifted tracks, enrichment, and acceleration.
Engage the Advanced Learner: Ideal for children who are learning rapidly, asking complex questions, or feeling bored with typical classwork.
School-Ready Results: Our clinicians are experts in local school requirements, ensuring your report is recognized and useful for placement.
Positive & Low-Stress: At Segel Psychological Center, we prioritize a comfortable, supportive environment to help your child perform their best.
Holistic Guidance: We go beyond the IQ score to provide strategies for your child's social, emotional, and academic growth.

Schedule An Appointment

Contact Us

Name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

Phone

Comments(Required)

Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.

Segel Psychological Center

About

Modalities

Evaluations

Contact

Main Location:
4851 West Hillsboro Boulevard,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073, United States

Phone Numbers:
(954) 428-6020
(561) 558-8333
(877) 428-7774

Business Hours:
Monday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Sunday: Closed

Legal

Website design by XenonPrime.