Development, Behavior and Mental Health

Children's Health Service
Development, Behavior and Mental Health Services

Our board-certified behavioral-developmental pediatrician, physician assistant, and nurse practitioners specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of children with developmental delays, learning challenges, behavioral concerns and emotional difficulties. Our goal is to partner with families to support every aspect of a child's development- from early childhood through adolescence.

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Services
Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Comprehensive Developmental & Behavioral Evaluations
- In-depth parent interviews and developmental history
- Direct observation and interaction with your child
- Use of validated screening and diagnostic tools
- Coordination with primary care and school providers
Autism Evaluations
- Evidence-based assessments tailored to age and developmental level
- Use of gold-standard tools like the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) if indicated.
- Diagnostic clarity to guide services and treatment planning
- Support in accessing ABA, speech, occupational therapy, and educational accommodations
Family-Centered, Holistic Care
- Emphasis on building strong relationships with families
- Coordination with OT, PT, and Speech therapists, teachers, and specialists
- Addressing medical, emotional, social, and academic needs in one care plan
- Support for parent well – being and caregiver stress
School Collaboration & Advocacy
- Review of psychoeducational testing (including Full and Individual Evaluations - FIEs)
- Guidance on 504 Plans, IEP eligibility, and appropriate school-based services
- Letters and reports to support access to accommodations
- Communication with school personnel when needed to support your child's success
Medication Management
Thoughtful, individualized medication plans for conditions such as:
- ADHD
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Sleep Difficulties
- Ongoing monitoring for effectiveness and side effects
- Emphasis on shared decision-making with families
Our licensed psychologists and mental health counselors provide assessment and treatment, including individual and family therapy for emotional and behavioral problems. We tailor treatment to the patient and family, providing evidence-based therapies as appropriate: e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed therapy, and relationship-based therapy.
All services are available from our Development, Behavior and Mental Health Clinics in Galveston and League City for children and youth from ages two (2) to twenty-one (21), with a variety of needs, including:>
- temper tantrums
- sleep problems
- non-compliance
- attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- depression and anxiety
- autism
- trauma and loss
- adjustment to chronic illness
Psychological, psychoeducational, and neuropsychological assessment services are also available.
Bi-Polar Disorder, Schizophrenia or Suicidal Depression

New patients with bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia or suicidal depression will be seen by Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Please visit https://www.utmbhealth.com/services/psychiatry/services for additional information.

TeleHealth Visits

UTMB Health's MyChart Video Visit page explains how patients can attend secure virtual appointments through the MyChart website or mobile app, including completing pre-check-in, testing audio/video equipment, and joining the visit. It also provides tips for a successful appointment, such as using a reliable internet connection, choosing a private location, minimizing distractions, and ensuring proper lighting.

For more information, see MyChart - Video Visit Instructions

AB Coon, Alexa

Alexa Coon DO
CLINIC| RESEARCH
Assistant Professor, Director Developmental, Behavioral and Psychological Services

B Darban, Behnaz

Behnaz Darban PsyD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Assistant Professor

B Ishiekwene, Martha

Martha Ishiekwene PhD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Assistant Professor

B Nguyen, Mimi

Mimi Nguyen PsyD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Assistant Professor

B Niebuhr, Virginia

Virginia Niebuhr PhD
CLINIC
Clinical Professor

B Rodriguez-Lien, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Rodriguez-Lien MD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Associate Professor, Pediatric Residency Associate Program Director

B Smith-Phillips, Melissa MD

Melissa Smith-Phillips MD, PhD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Associate Professor, Assistant Dean

B Suggs, Meredith MD

Meredith Suggs MD
CLINIC | RESEARCH
Assistant Professor

X Chargois, Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Chargois APRN, FNP-C
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Douglas, Tiauna

Tiauna L. Douglas, DNP, PMHNP-BC
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Elie, Tabetha

Tabetha Elie APRN, PMHNP
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Gangadharan, Bhagyalekshmy PA-C

Bhagyalekshmy Gangadharan APRN, PMHNP-BC
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Ghazaly, Rana

Rana Ghazaly LPC
CLINIC
Mental Health Clinician II

X Ingebredtsen, Kim

Kim Ingebredtsen PMHNP-BC
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Jaynes, Tia

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Tia Jaynes LMSW
Social Worker

X Pincock, Mark

Mark Pincock DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

X Rash, Jessica L PA-C

Jessica Rash APRN, CPNP-PC
CLINIC
Pediatric Specialist

Y Avina, Madelyne

Madelyne Avina
Business Coordinator

Y Garza, Athena

Athena Garza
Business Coordinator

FOR APPOINTMENTS, REFILLS OR QUESTIONS - CALL 888-886-2543

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Pediatric Primary Care and Specialty Care Clinic, League City (Bay Colony)

2785 Gulf Freeway South, Suite 2.200 (second floor)
M–F: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.;HOURS are subject to change during COVID-19 surges
(409) 772-3695 or (888) 886-2543
Referral Fax (409) 772-3680

This clinic provides both Primary Care and Specialty Care services to children and youth from birth through 21 years of age. All services are provided in a family-centered setting with specialized education and support to optimize care and outcomes.
This clinic is a state-of-the-art facility. Faculty and resident pediatricians are present in this location, providing care for infants and children from the newborn period through adolescence. As in our other locations (Island Pediatrics East and West), there are opportunities for families to participate in clinical studies, including those for vaccines.

If you are interested in receiving your pediatric health care services at this mainland location instead of one of our island based clinics, please let us know when you call.

Services:

Adolescent and Behavioral Health Clinic Allergy and Asthma Clinic Cardiology Clinic Children's Complex Care Diabetes Clinic Endocrinology Clinic Hematology/Oncology Clinic HIV Clinic Medical Genetics & Metabolism Immunology Clinic	Infectious Diseases Clinic Mental Health Clinic Nephrology Clinic Neurology Clinic Neurosurgery Clinic Psychology PT/OT Services Social Services Travel Clinic Urology Clinic
Also: Breast feeding education Clinical trial opportunities Gynecological examination Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Children's Health Service Development, Behavior and Mental Health Services

Children's Health Service
Development, Behavior and Mental Health Services