Helping You Find Answers.

Welcome to Norman Wells Psychology, a private therapy practice for children and young adults in Bellingham, WA. I am here to help you find answers that fit you or your child.

As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in both evaluation and treatment for kids, teens, and young adults who may be neurodivergent or are struggling with anxiety or OCD.

For Parents

You’re confused by the disconnect between what you know your child is truly capable of and what they actually do at school and at home. You’re exhausted by the endless battles over behavioral expectations or dozens of reminders your child seems to need to put their shoes on or turn off screens.

Your child expresses worries or fears that don’t make rational sense, but nothing you say seems to help. You find yourself questioning: Am I pushing them too hard, or not hard enough? 

For Young Adults

You’ve been wondering for a while why you just can’t seem to keep up with all the things other people seem to do with ease - managing classes, social life, and self-care. You find yourself thinking, “Could I be autistic?” or, “Is this ADHD?” You’re tired of getting stuck in the same ruts and are ready to get the answers you need to take charge of your life. 

Building Kids’ Resilience

You want your kid to feel safe and supported and figure out how to face challenges and navigate life. You know how awesome your child is, but they don’t seem to see it themselves, or they get stuck and overwhelmed when it comes to doing hard things at school, making friends, or handling big emotions.

My goal is for your kid to leave therapy feeling confident and strong! Whether your child has a diagnosis or is just struggling, I’m here to help them understand what’s getting in their way and learn tools to make life better.

My Services

  • I provide comprehensive assessments related to autism, ADHD, giftedness, dyslexia, and other learning disorders. I evaluate clients aged 3 and up. I have openings!

    Currently scheduling 4 weeks out.

  • I provide individual therapy to children ages 8+ and teens for anxiety, OCD, depression, and life challenges that arise from living as a neurodivergent individual in a neurotypical world. As a therapist, my approach is warm, playful, and collaborative. I aim to give kids and parents effective, evidence-based tools to address their challenges and improve their confidence, at a pace that fits their unique personality and needs. 

    My sessions typically blend play with skill-building, and I incorporate my clients’ interests in our work where possible. I am trained in exposure and response prevention (ERP) and use this model when working with clients with OCD or significant anxiety disorders. Parents must be willing to regularly attend therapy sessions and support children in applying what they learn at home. 

    Currently Not Accepting New Clients. Check Back in September.

  • I love helping parents find ways to better understand and connect more deeply with their uniquely wired child, while also tackling difficult behaviors. Parent coaching may be for you if you:

    • Want to get on the same page about parenting with your partner.

    • Can’t figure out how to set realistic expectations of your anxious or neurodivergent child.

    • Are pulling your hair out attempting to navigate constant behavioral problems or inadequate learning support at school.

    • Feel stuck in trying to support a child with big fears or OCD. 

    As a psychologist, I am trained in several evidence-based positive parenting and parent-treatment programs (Triple P, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions/SPACE Treatment) and have practical tools that can help. As a parent of a neurodivergent kid, I know in my bones how challenging this is and can’t wait to help you get back to enjoying your child. 

    Currently Not Accepting New Clients. Check Back in June.

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