Meet Our Clinicians
We know raising children is not easy, and when kids are struggling, it can feel overwhelming to know where to turn. Our team brings years of experience in schools and private practice to help families make sense of challenges and find a path forward. Whether through therapy, evaluations, or parent consultation, we focus on practical, supportive strategies that give children and teens the tools they need to thrive. We help families feel more confident along the way. Learn more about our providers below and how we support children, teens, and families.
Nicole Beadles, PhD, NCSP
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Co-Owner
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Therapy with Adolescents
Dr. Nicole Beadles has extensive experience providing therapy for teenagers in school and clinical settings. She specializes in evidence-based treatment for mental health and emotional concerns, helping adolescents navigate stress, anxiety, and the challenges of growing up while creating a safe, collaborative space where teens feel understood.
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Throughout her career, Dr. Beadles has also supported the academic and social development of children and adolescents through assessment and intervention. Her clinical work spans schools, hospitals, residential treatment, and international settings, including time in Geneva and Brussels, giving her a unique global perspective on the needs of students and families.
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In addition to her private practice, Dr. Beadles is a faculty member in the School Psychology Graduate Program at George Mason University, where she trains the next generation of school psychologists. She brings warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to helping teens and their families build resilience, balance, and emotional well-being.
Megan Davis, MA, CAGS, NCSP
Licensed School Psychologist
Co-Owner
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Psychoeducational Testing, Parent Consultation, and Workshops
Megan Davis has extensive experience in both public schools and private practice, where she provides thoughtful, individualized care to children, teens, and families. Her background in local schools allows her to guide parents with a clear understanding of educational systems and to help families navigate school procedures with confidence. In addition to her clinical work, Megan supervises graduate students in their school psychology training, supporting the next generation of professionals in the field.
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Megan specializes in comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, including Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) for Northern Virginia school districts. Her work helps families understand how their child learns, manages attention, and handles emotions. She has a particular passion for identifying reading difficulties and dyslexia, and she frequently works with families seeking clarity around ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and emotional or behavioral concerns.
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In addition to evaluations, Megan offers short-term parent consultation to guide families through academic, behavioral, and emotional challenges. She focuses on providing practical, actionable strategies that parents can use right away to support their child at home and school.
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Through parent workshops and school trainings on topics such as anxiety, executive functioning, and reading development, Megan extends her expertise to the broader community. She is known for her warmth, clarity, and collaborative spirit, and for helping families translate complex information into meaningful next steps.
Allie Farris, EdS
Licensed School Psychologist
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Psychoeducational Testing, Therapy, and Parent Consultation
Allie Farris specializes in supporting children and adolescents experiencing anxiety and related challenges. She provides individual therapy using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and practical tools to help children manage big feelings and build confidence. Allie is known for her collaborative style—she actively involves parents in the therapeutic process so that progress made in sessions carries over to home and school.
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Along with her work with children, Allie soon plans to offer supportive parent groups inspired by SPACE, a program developed by Yale researcher Dr. Eli Lebowitz. These groups give parents a space to feel understood and connected while learning practical, research-based strategies for responding to anxiety, strengthening family relationships, and supporting their child’s emotional growth. Allie is passionate about helping parents feel more confident and empowered in their role.
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Allie also conducts comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to better understand learning, attention, and emotional concerns—including ADHD, learning disabilities (such as difficulties with reading, writing, or math), dyslexia, and autism spectrum disorders. Her assessments are personalized, thorough, and lead to clear, actionable recommendations that support both academic and emotional success.
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Originally from the Midwest, Allie has spent the past decade working in public schools and private practice settings in Northern Virginia, where she now lives with her family. Her extensive school-based experience makes her well versed in helping families navigate educational supports such as special education services, 504 plans, and private resources. Allie is dedicated to helping children and families grow in confidence, capability, and resilience.
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Kelsey Marron Ferrari, MA, CAGS
Licensed School Psychologist
Psychoeducational testing, Therapy, Consultation, and Executive Function Coaching
Kelsey Ferrari is passionate about supporting neurodiverse children, teens, and young adults, particularly those with ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and depression. She has extensive experience providing both individual and group therapy, helping youth navigate challenges in ways that embrace their unique strengths. Her work also includes supporting children and teens with anxiety and depression, using evidence-based approaches to build emotional resilience and coping skills.
In addition to her clinical work with children and teens, Kelsey provides parent consultation services. She partners with families to better understand their child’s needs, strengthen home-school collaboration, and develop practical strategies that support both the child and the family system.
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Kelsey also specializes in fostering executive functioning skills in children and young adults. Through individualized coaching, she helps students build essential life skills such as planning, organizing, time management, problem-solving, and self-advocacy. She has previously worked as a coach at George Mason University’s Office of Disability Services, where she supported college students in developing these skills.
Her clinical experience spans schools and community-based settings across Northern Virginia, including Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, and Alexandria City Public Schools. Kelsey also has advanced training in the assessment of preschool and school-aged children with social, emotional, and academic challenges.
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With a deep understanding of the neurodiverse experience, Kelsey takes a strengths-based, affirming approach to therapy, coaching, and consultation—always aiming to empower children, teens, and families to thrive.
Mary Beth Ruby, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
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Cognitive and Psychoeducational Testing, Screenings, Consultations
Dr. Mary Beth Ruby specializes in supporting children and adolescents through cognitive assessments and consultations. She brings extensive training in pediatric and developmental neuropsychology, with clinical experience at leading institutions including Kennedy Krieger Institute, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, and Children’s National Medical Center.
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Dr. Ruby has also worked with the Cognitive Assessment Program at George Mason University, conducting assessments to support advanced academic placement and supervising graduate students in training.
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With a neuropsychological perspective, she helps children succeed across educational settings. Her areas of focus include cognitive assessments, intellectual giftedness, learning differences, ADHD, and developmental and school neuropsychology, providing families with clear, actionable insights to support their child’s growth.