Sydney A. Hernández, PhD (she/her), is a postdoctoral fellow at CHC. She specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments and trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and helping families navigating autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Sydney is passionate about creating a collaborative environment where families feel supported and understood throughout their journey. Sydney has extensive experience across diverse clinical settings, including intensive outpatient programs, hospital settings, residential facilities, and community mental health centers. She has experience with evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as TF-CBT, DIR Floortime, PCIT, CBT, DBT, and Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC), as well as specialized services including social skills groups, multi-family therapy, parent training, and crisis intervention. In her free time, Sydney enjoys spending time with her dog, singing karaoke with friends, and scheduling her next pilates or tennis lesson.

Education

• PhD, Clinical Psychology, Palo Alto University
• BS, Biology, Indiana University

Experience 

• Conducts comprehensive evaluations for children ages 3-18 to assess autism, ADHD, learning differences, and developmental concerns
• Provides therapy and support for children who have experienced trauma, using evidence-based approaches like play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy
• Offers parent training and family therapy to strengthen relationships and teach effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors
• Bilingual provider (English/Spanish) experienced in working with diverse families and cultural backgrounds
• Works collaboratively with schools, medical providers, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care for your child

Professional Affiliations

• APA Division 33

Languages

• Spanish

Areas of Specialty

• Early childhood assessment,
• Autism/adhd/developmental delays
• Trauma
• High risk adolescents

Modalities Practiced 

• TF-CBT, DIR Floortime, PCIT, CBT, DBT, ACT, and Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-up (ABC), play therapy

Client Focus

• Early childhood
• Autism
• ADHD
• Immigrant population