Our mission is to provide high quality, evidence-based behavior consultation and therapeutic services that facilitate growth, enhance emotional well-being, and promote lasting, meaningful change. We are committed to creating a supportive and personalized environment for the individuals, families, schools, teams, and organizations that we partner with to build resilience, and foster lifelong skills for success and well-being.
Dr. Christine Lang received her Ph.D. and Master’s degree from Columbia University, with a concentration in health and behavior studies, and her undergraduate degree in psychology from Fordham University. She is a Nationally Board-Certified and Licensed Behavior Analyst specializing in implementing positive behavior principles to promote positive behavior change. Dr. Lang has also participated in advanced graduate training at Boston College, in the area of mental health performance, and student-athlete development and is a tenured Associate Professor and former Chairperson of Special Education and Leadership at Mercy University in New York City and Westchester, New York.
Through her private practice of behavior consultation and therapy, Dr. Lang and her team work closely with individuals, families, schools, teams, and organizations to develop personalized solutions to address goals across a broad spectrum of repertoires. From behavior and social development to sports and athlete performance, we utilize evidence-based approaches centering around the science of behavior and principles of positive coaching to bring about impactful growth and development. Our process-driven approach strives to support and facilitate balance for those we collaborate with to achieve optimal performance.
Our clinicians are experienced professionals consisting of Board Certified Behavior Analysts-Doctoral (BCBA-D), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analysts, School Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Certified Special Educators, Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), Certified Mental Performance Coaches (CMPC) and Sports Psychologists.
Comprehensive assessments consist of direct observations, along with standardized tools, behavior checklists, interviews, and analysis of any prior data, reports, and records. Assessment results are used to inform next steps in any behavior change plan and can help tailor interventions to meet individual needs.
Social skill development groups help support maintaining friendships, identifying and regulating emotions, and resolving conflict. Evidence based strategies are used across a variety of activities designed to simulate real-world social issues and facilitate meaningful interpersonal communication.
Sessions are geared towards helping families gain the background knowledge and skills necessary for effective responding when challenging behaviors may occur. We also help with teaching tools and tips for proactively altering the environment to facilitate positive behavior change. We support families in meeting the multifaceted demands of parenting in today’s world.
Direct 1:1 behavior therapy is provided by our highly skilled therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Licensed Behavior Analysts to address a wide range of repertoires. Individualized plans are developed and implemented to meet the diverse learning needs of our clients.
Through individualized strategy development, we help support task initiation and sustenance, along with the organizational and time management skills needed to succeed at home, school, and work, along with extra-curricular activities and sports. Balancing due dates, assignments, practices, and personal responsibilities has become a growing challenging given the demanding, fast paced, high expectations in today’s world.
Functional Behavior Assessments are conducted within home or school settings in order to help identify the controlling variables for challenging behaviors. Based upon behavior observations and assessments, intervention plans are developed utilizing a team approach, focusing on positive behavior change strategies. Collaboration with families and schools are essential for effective plan implementation and consultation is available along to way to guide the process.
Teaching and learning within the natural environment is essential to acquiring new skills in the context within which they need to be utilized. Sessions occurring in “real-life “ settings provide functional opportunities and problem based learning situations that can increase the likelihood for generalization and long term positive behavior change.
Behavior analysis as applied to organizational settings facilitates meaningful change across group contingencies, including staff members, coaches, players, and teams. It incorporates a wholistic approach that seeks to achieve success based on working towards understanding respecting, and effectively responding to individual needs as well as the group as a whole, while striving to achieve common goals.
Our clinicians provide indirect and direct consultation within schools and classrooms as needed. We offer “in-situ” support for teachers, classroom assistants, and related service providers in order to help best meet the diverse learning needs of their students. Consultative intervention also includes facilitating and guiding the development and implementation of positive behavior support strategies. Professional development opportunities are available as well, to share research based positive intervention strategies with your school team on a wider scale.
Sports mental performance coaching focuses on helping athletes develop the mental skills and mindset necessary to perform at their highest level. It involves techniques and strategies that enhance focus, confidence, stress management, motivation, and emotional control, all of which are crucial for achieving peak performance in competitive sports.
Our clinicians provide high quality, individualized consultative services to families, schools, and organizations.
Behavior consultation includes a comprehensive analysis of the environment to facilitate
the development of individualized positive behavior change plans, along with ongoing training and support.
On-site or virtual visits by our clinicians can help share your message and provide
professional development opportunities for your staff.