Pediatric Building Blocks

Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics

Pediatric Building Blocks is a Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics practice in Christiansted, VI with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treatment of developmental, learning and behavioral problems in children. Developmental - Behavioral Pediatricians at Pediatric Building Blocks perform assessments, evaluations, counseling and treatments for children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral difficulties. Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics is a medical specialty concerned with emotional, developmental and behavioral needs of children and their families. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics practices include speech delays, sensory issues, dyslexia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, Tourette syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics practices include performing behavioral evaluations and assessments, prescribing and monitoring of medications, and recommending school accomodations.

A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with special training and experience who aims to foster understanding and promotion of optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care and advocacy efforts. This physician assists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of developmental difficulties and problematic behaviors in children and in the family dysfunctions that compromise children's development.

Mental Health Counseling

Pediatric Building Blocks is a Mental Health Counseling practice in Christiansted, VI with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in working with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health dysfunctions by discussing emotions and experiences, then prescribing custom holistic solutions. Mental Health Counselors at Pediatric Building Blocks perform assessments and diagnostics, psychotherapy, treatment planning, and crisis management. Mental Health Counseling is flexible, consumer-driven therapy that combines psychotherapy with practical, problem resolution strategies. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Mental Health Counseling practices include substance abuse, anger management, bullying, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-image, and LGBTQ issues. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Mental Health Counseling practices include listening compassionately, analyzing emotions and experiences, determining client goals and insights, developing holistic therapeutic strategies for good mental health.