Child and Adolescent Clinical Services

• Evidence-based practice (EBP) integrates “best available research with clinical expertise in the context of patient characteristics, culture, and preferences” (APA Council of Representatives, 2005). Dr. Felver identifies as a scientist-practitioner and he adheres to the highest standards in his clinical practice; he only utilizes validated EBPs in his work.

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective EBP for a range of problems commonly experienced by youth including depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and other social-emotional concerns. CBT teaches individuals to identify and modify thoughts and behaviors that interfere with their functioning and quality of life. Dr. Felver primarily uses CBT in his practice.

• Mindfulness in a secular Western context is commonly defined as “…the awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally to the unfolding of experience moment by moment.” (p. 145, Kabat-Zinn, 2003). Dr. Felver has over 20 years of experience practicing and teaching mindfulness, and he integrates mindfulness programming into his clinical work to promote stress-reduction, awareness, and self-acceptance.

• Inclusive and contextually tailored practice. Every individual has their own unique cultural heritage and family history that affects their daily lives. Dr. Felver is highly interested in understanding each client’s lived experiences to create individually tailored treatment plans that are in-line with client values, goals, and cultural contexts.