Practical, proven therapy for your whole family.
Finding the right support for your child or teen can feel overwhelming. In our Calabasas office and by telehealth, we help children, teens, and young adults build skills they will actually use, and we help parents know what to do at home.
No commitment, and no evaluation required first.
Find your family's concern.
You do not need a diagnosis to call. These are the concerns families bring to us most often.
Anxiety and panic
Worry, social anxiety, panic, and avoidance that keep a child from school, friends, or sleep.
OCD
Exposure and response prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for obsessions and rituals.
ADHD and executive function
Focus, organization, homework, and follow-through, with skills for both kids and parents.
Behavior, anger, and outbursts
Defiance, meltdowns, and aggression, with clear plans that bring calm back to your home.
Teen mood and emotions
Low mood, irritability, and big emotions, using DBT skills that teens can put to work.
School stress
School refusal, perfectionism, and falling behind, coordinated with teachers when it helps.
Autism
Support for anxiety, flexibility, social skills, and daily routines, adapted to how your child learns.
Tics and hair pulling
Proven behavioral treatment for tics, hair pulling, skin picking, and similar habits.
Young adult transitions
College stress, identity questions, and the leap to independence when launching feels stuck.
Active therapy with clear goals.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)Practical tools to change the thoughts and habits that keep problems going.
- Exposure and response prevention (ERP)Step-by-step practice that shrinks fear and OCD.
- DBT skills and ACTSkills to handle big emotions and move toward what matters.
- Parent management trainingCoaching that helps parents respond with confidence at home.
You are part of the plan.
Parents often see the biggest changes when they have their own coaching. We meet with you on your own or alongside your child, and we give you strategies for the hardest moments at home.
- Fewer meltdowns, arguments, and power struggles
- Calmer routines for mornings, homework, and bedtime
- Ways to support an anxious child without accommodating fear
What to expect from therapy.
- 190 minutes
A thorough intake
We get the full picture of your child's history, strengths, and concerns.
- 2Session 2
Clear goals
Together we set specific, measurable goals so everyone knows what success looks like.
- 3Weekly
Skill building
Active 45-minute sessions, with small practice steps for home and school.
- 4Graduation
Track and taper
We measure progress and taper sessions once your child can use the skills on their own.
In person in Calabasas, or by telehealth anywhere in California. Dr. Kiff also sees clients by telehealth in Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Texas.
Who you will work with.
Janie Venturina, LMFT
Child, tween, and teen therapist
After-school and weekend times
Janie Venturina helps tweens and teens manage anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, friendship drama, and school stress, and she helps families break the cycle of conflict at home. She uses CBT and DBT skills to help young people name what they feel, handle it in healthier ways, and speak up for themselves with friends, teachers, and parents. Before joining our team, she worked as a school-based therapist at The Help Group. She offers after-school, evening, and Saturday appointments, and new families can often start the same week.
Meet Janie
Cara Kiff, PhD
Co-founder and Clinical Director
Weekdays 9am to 2pm
Dr. Cara Kiff is a clinical psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience helping children, teens, young adults, and parents work through anxiety, worry, perfectionism, and the stress of big transitions. She uses evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and DBT skills, and she guides parents with clear strategies for the hardest moments at home. She co-founded Evidence Based Psychological Care and serves as its clinical director of therapy.
Meet Dr. KiffClear costs before you begin.
We are an out-of-network practice. Many PPO plans reimburse part of the cost of therapy, and we submit your out-of-network claims for you.
Fees and insuranceFree out-of-network benefits check before your first session.
Common questions.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly. We check your out-of-network benefits for free and can submit your claims for you, and many families receive partial reimbursement from their PPO plan.
How much does therapy cost?
Sessions cost $205 to $350, depending on the clinician. Our intake coordinator will confirm your exact fee during the free call, before you commit to anything.
Why choose us over an in-network therapist?
Our clinicians specialize in children, teens, and families and use treatments with strong research support. You can often start within the week, and we set clear goals and track progress, so you know whether therapy is working.
Does my child need testing first?
No. Your child can start therapy right away. If an evaluation would help later, our assessment team can provide one.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. We offer telehealth anywhere in California, and Dr. Kiff also sees clients in Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Texas. Our office in Calabasas has free onsite parking with valet assistance.
Take the first step.
Do not wait for school or behavior struggles to build. A free 20-minute call will help you decide whether therapy is the right fit for your family.