Garra Appling, MA is a psychometrist and child therapist. She specializes in psychological assessments, including personality/emotional functioning and neuropsychological testing for conditions such as ADHD and autism. With experience in private practice, neuropsychological practices, and hospitals, she provides comprehensive evaluations and psychoeducational assessments.
Garra works with adults and children as young as 3 years old to identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses, offering personalized recommendations for treatment and lifestyle adjustments. In therapy, Garra’s approach aims to support clients in the context of their experiences and distinct identities of race, gender expression, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religion, and more. Through collaboration, empathy, and strength-focused interventions, Garra hopes clients feel empowered to engage more intentionally in their relationships and their own self-development.
Garra uses a primarily psychodynamic approach with a focus on skill building and education. She often pulls from her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and other evidence-based treatments to provide clients with a holistic approach to care.
Garra has experience working with various concerns including autism, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, anxiety and other mood disorders, interpersonal challenges, trauma, suicidal behaviors, grief, and life transitions.