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Preschool Screenings

Is Your Preschooler On Track??

٠ Motor Skills
٠ Language
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Cognitive Abilities
٠ Social Skills
٠ Behavior


Find Out With a Brief Developmental Screening

We are excited to inform you about our developmental screenings for preschoolers *. As you are probably aware, research indicates that early diagnosis and treatment of developmental delays is critical in resolving problems in these areas so that they do not persist, or worsen, as children get older.

If you have concerns about how your child is progressing, please contact us to schedule a 30 minute appointment for a direct objective evaluation of your child’s:

bulletlanguage skills
bulletfine and gross motor skills
bulletcognitive functioning
bulletsocio-emotional functioning
bulletadaptive or self-help behavior

A written report with results will be provided to you. If the possibility of a developmental delay in one or more area is detected through this screening, we will suggest a comprehensive psychological evaluation to determine a diagnosis and specific treatment recommendations for that child.

The cost for this developmental screening is $50 and includes the written summary of results. We look forward to helping you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions or would like more information.

* Developmental screenings are available for children of the following ages: 2 years, 9 months through 6 years, 2 months.


Jennifer Gale, Psy.D.

770-953-4744 ext. 29

Dr. Gale specializes in providing psychological and neuropsychological assessment for infants, children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting problems, including Autism, Asperger’s Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning difficulties, communication problems, depression, anxiety, dementia, and behavioral disorders. She also specializes in working with families who are seeking a deeming waiver (DM-6A or Katie Beckett) and provides comprehensive psychological evaluations for these children with disabilities. Dr. Gale’s comprehensive evaluations are extremely helpful in that each report includes specific, client-tailored recommendations for improvement in their area of difficulty.

Dr. Gale sees children and adolescents for individual and family therapy as well as social skills training. Her perspective includes Positive Youth Development approach, which views individuals as “assets to be developed, not problems to be managed.” She believes that by increasing the protective factors and decreasing risk factors, they are equipped to live as thriving adults. Additionally, she provides interpersonal solution-focused therapy, specifically parent training, and pre-marital counseling. Many clients find her additional training in the integration of theology and psychology helpful when they are seeking a spiritual perspective on their issues.

Dr. Gale completed her PsyD in Clinical Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary Graduate School of Psychology (APA-approved). She is available to see clients at the Marietta office.


Amy Redd, Psy.D.
770-953-4744 Ext. 27

Dr. Redd works with children, adolescents, and adults and provides individual, couples, and family therapy.  While her training focused extensively on child development and family systems therapy, Dr. Redd’s approach to psychotherapy is varied, including family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic theoretical models.  Her work with clients is highly collaborative, practical, and insight-oriented.  It is growth-oriented as well, a resilience-based approach which goes beyond coping, adaptation, or competence in managing difficulties.  This approach recognizes that seeking help is a sign of emotional health and seizes opportunities for transformation and growth that can emerge from crises. 

Dr. Redd works with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress management, attention deficit, and behavior problems.  She conducts psychological evaluations for ADD/ADHD and learning disabilities, as well as mood and anxiety disorders. Dr. Redd received a masters degree in religious education and developmental psychology from Princeton University and enjoys helping clients understand their psychological life in the context of their religious/spiritual beliefs.

Originally from Alabama, Dr. Redd graduated from Samford University (Birmingham, AL) with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology.  She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at the Georgia School of Professional Psychology (Atlanta, GA). 

She is available to see clients at the Canton and Buckhead offices.


Jennifer Swales, PhD
770-953-4744 ext. 41

Dr. Swales is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in providing therapy and assessment services with children, adolescents and adults. Common reasons for seeking an assessment include problems with attention and concentration, learning difficulties and academic concerns, delays in attaining developmental milestones, emotional and behavioral problems, and relationship difficulties. Dr. Swales provides comprehensive evaluations specifically tailored to address an individual’s concerns and utilizes information from collateral sources, such as teachers, parents, and significant others. She provides the client with an assessment report that includes specific recommendations for improvement, and these reports are appropriate for application in academic, medical, and forensic settings.

In her therapy practice, Dr. Swales provides both individual and group services, as well as family-based interventions. Common reasons for seeking therapy include difficulty adjusting to life changes and transitions, coping with traumatic life experiences, and difficulty managing feelings, such as depression, stress, anxiety and anger. Other common issues include dissatisfaction in significant relationships, parenting challenges, and issues related to body image and unhealthy eating patterns. Dr. Swales focuses on increasing a client’s self-awareness and assists them in establishing new ways to cope with their difficulties that are consistent with the client’s personal values and beliefs. Dr. Swales also leads social skills and parenting groups, as well as workshops for individuals (children and adults) who have been diagnosed with attention problems.

Dr. Swales received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University. She has been in private practice in Texas since 2004, and recently relocated to the Atlanta area. Dr. Swales is in the process of becoming a preferred provider for several insurance companies. In the interim, she is willing to provide services on a sliding-fee schedule, such that psychological services are more accessible and affordable for those seeking assistance. Dr. Swales is available to see clients in the Marietta, Buckhead, and Canton offices.

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