Meet
Dr. Adrine McKenzie
Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist
Dr. McKenzie is both a School and Clinical-Child Psychologist with over twenty years of experience.
Welcome to my practice! Growing up is exciting but there can be challenges along the way. I believe all children have amazing strengths. I also believe that parents want to help their kids to shine. My mission is to work with you to get a good handle of what’s going on, so we can equip you and your family with evidence-based solutions that bring about meaningful change.
Dr. Adrine helps youth with their learning and life challenges.
Anxiety
Challenges with uncontrollable worries that get in the way of daily life.
Behavior & Attention
Regulating emotions and uncontrollable frustrations.
Parenting Support
Get the resources & support to build communication and resolve conflict.
Learning Problems
Help in addressing academic and school-related challenges.
Core Services
Psychoeducational Evaluations
A psychoeducational evaluation is a comprehensive assessment that is undertaken to better understand the needs of a student who is struggling academically.
Social-emotional & Behavioral Evaluations
Social-emotional and behavioral assessments are undertaken to better understand a child’s psychological functioning across several domains.
Gifted
Assessments
All children are uniquely talented and gifted, but gifted/intelligence evaluations are performed to determine appropriate school placements and intervention for children who have shown advanced skills or learning and who may benefit from a more challenging learning program.
Intervention
Services
Our approach to therapy is one that is goal-directed and utilizes evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children and adolescents dealing with problems such as anxiety and depression.
“Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.”
ADHD Testing for Kids
We specialize in comprehensive ADHD testing for kids in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offering thorough assessments that utilize state-of-the-art tools and methodologies to ensure accurate diagnoses. Our compassionate approach focuses on a child’s individual needs because we believe everyone is unique. Let us help you understand your child’s challenges and unlock their full potential.
Parenting Support and Counseling
Navigating the complexities of parenting can be daunting, but you don’t have to go through it alone. We offer specialized parenting support and counseling in Fort Lauderdale, FL, designed to provide guidance and strategies tailored to your family’s specific situation. Whether facing behavioral issues, communication struggles, or simply the daily challenges of parenting, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Psychoeducational Evaluation for Learning Disabilities
Identifying learning disabilities is crucial for a child’s academic success. Our psychoeducational evaluation for learning disabilities in Fort Lauderdale, FL, provides a comprehensive understanding of your child’s learning profile. We employ evidence-based assessments to identify specific learning challenges and develop targeted interventions. With this, we can empower your child and pave the way for their educational journey.