Kristin K. Hodgson, Ph.D., PLLC
NC Licensed Psychologist
Helping children understand the unique way they experience the world and bringing that world into focus for their families.
About Dr. Hodgson
Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years of experience in working with children who are neurodivergent thinkers. I specialize in helping families better understand their child's unique way of thinking, learning, communicating, and experiencing the world. Because neurodevelopment influences every aspect of a child's functioning, I provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations that identify each child's unique developmental profile, highlighting both strengths and areas where additional support may be helpful. I work with children from toddlerhood through school-age and delight in helping children better understand the wonderful uniqueness of their own profiles.
I earned my PhD in School Psychology from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2006 and completed my pre- and post-doctoral training at the UNC Clinical Center for the Study of Development and Learning (now the Carolina Institute of Developmental Disabilities), where I gained experience with children with complex medical, developmental, and psychological needs. I joined the UNC TEACCH Autism Program in Charlotte and was there for many years, conducting diagnostic evaluations, training professionals, leading groups, and providing direct services to autistic individuals and their families. My years at TEACCH shaped my collaborative approach to care, emphasizing partnership with families, evidence-based assessment and intervention, and individualized recommendations that honor each child's strengths, needs, and goals. ​
Services
Parenting a child who learns, interacts, and develops differently than their peers can be a joy and a challenge. You may have wondered about autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, twice exceptionality or another neurodevelopmental difference. I specialize in comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for children (infants/toddlers through school-age) to identify their unique diagnostic profile and to provide answers and guidance to them and their caregivers.
My goal is not simply to determine whether a child meets criteria for a diagnosis, but to understand how they think, learn, communicate, and experience the world so that families leave with practical recommendations and a deeper appreciation of their child's unique strengths.
The exact nature of the testing will depend on the referral question, but areas considered include:
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Cognitive Ability (IQ)
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Autism
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Academic Achievement
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Adaptive Behavior (Daily Living Skills)
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Behavioral/Emotional Functioning
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Executive Functioning and Attention
I work with children who are neurodivergent and experience a mismatch between their unique strengths, needs, and the expectations of their environments. My goal is to help children build on their many strengths while partnering with parents to better understand their child's profile and make environmental adjustments that support success.
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I have a particular passion for working with twice-exceptional (2e) children, whose support needs can sometimes be overlooked because of their cognitive strengths. I enjoy helping families recognize these complex profiles and leveraging each child's strengths to develop effective strategies that promote confidence, independence, and well-being.
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Support may include direct therapy, parent coaching, or a combination of both, depending on each family's needs.
What to Expect
Initial Phone Call
I offer an initial 15 minute phone call at no charge to discuss whether my services are a good fit for your child and family.
Intake Appointment
During the intake appointment, we will discuss your current concerns and your child's developmental history and current status. We will determine a plan based on need. The intake appointment is typically 90 minutes.
Psychological Evaluation Appointments
If we together agree that a psychological evaluation is appropriate for your child, direct in-person testing is typically conducted in 2-3 sessions, depending on age and need. A parent feedback session will be provided when the final diagnostic evaluation report is completed.
Psychotherapy and Parent Coaching
If we together agree that psychotherapy or parent coaching is appropriate for your family, we will come up with a treatment plan and discuss expectations and goals.
Insurance
I am not an in-network provider for any insurance, which means you are responsible for full payment of my fees on the date of service. I can provide a "superbill" to families to submit to insurance if requested. Many of my services may be partially reimbursable directly to you through your health insurance, but I encourage you to contact your insurance company for out-of-network mental health service coverage.
Physical Address
(by appointment only)
419-D S. Sharon Amity Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28211
Phone
704-272-2316
Good Faith Estimate Notice
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