Nielsen is the owner of Nielsen Psychological Services, LLC. She is a licensed psychologist in CT and is a NYS/CT certified school psychologist. She worked in Westchester County schools for ten years before opening her practice. She is currently working part-time in the highly ranked New Canaan Public Schools. Dr. Nielsen holds a Master's degree in education and a doctorate in School-Clinical Psychology. Post-graduate study in Applied Behavior Analysis also supports her work. She is dedicated to "doing what's best for kids" and to supporting the primary stakeholders in their lives such as parents, teachers and other caregivers. She greatly enjoys supporting adolescents and adults as they navigate various stages and stressors over the lifespan. She works with many common childhood, adolescent, and adult issues such as ADHD, learning differences, autism, anxiety, parenting concerns, divorce, and depression. Dr. Nielsen is able to offer a calming adult therapy office space, as well as a separate, child-centered therapy room. Online sessions and group chats/presentations are also available. Clients have the convenient and discreet option of booking appointments and managing fees in a secure, HIPAA Compliant online system. Dr. Nielsen is a proud member of the National Association for Professional Women. Please visit her website for more information at www.drjnielsen.com.
