A child psychologist for Kendall families
Dr. Emily Wald, Ph.D. sees children, adolescents, young adults, and families from Kendall at her Coral Gables office, up US-1 past Dadeland, and by secure video on the weeks when the drive is too much.
Getting here from Kendall
By car
The office is at 1390 S Dixie Hwy, Suite 1305, in Coral Gables. From most of Kendall, families take US-1 north past Dadeland. Drive time depends on where in Kendall you start and the hour, so after-school slots until 7:00 help.
By Metrorail
The Dadeland stations sit on the Metrorail line that runs along US-1 toward the office, which can make weekly visits easier for older teens.
By video
For families further west, secure telehealth removes the commute entirely. Many Kendall families mix video sessions with in person visits.
Parents as part of the plan
Kendall families often come in with concerns that show up at home first: bedtime battles, homework standoffs, big feelings that turn into meltdowns, or a child who has started to dread school. For these, the most powerful changes often happen through parents.
Dr. Wald's work draws on parent management training and cognitive behavioral therapy. Parents leave each session with something concrete to try at home, and a plan that is adjusted from what actually happened during the week.
What Kendall families come in for
Dr. Wald works with the concerns Kendall families bring most often. Each links to more detail.
Anxiety
Worry, panic, separation, and social fears.
School refusal
Mornings that end in tears and days missed.
ADHD
Focus, organization, and follow through.
OCD
Intrusive thoughts and the rituals that follow.
Depression and mood
Low mood, irritability, anger, and withdrawal.
Behavior
Tantrums, defiance, and parent training.
How it works
A free 15 minute consultation
A short call with Dr. Wald to describe what is happening and decide together whether her practice is the right fit, and whether to start in person or by video.
A first appointment focused on understanding
Parents and, when appropriate, the young person share history, strengths, and what a hard day looks like. Dr. Wald explains what she sees and what she recommends.
A plan that includes the family
Weekly sessions blend skills for your child with guidance for parents, and Dr. Wald coordinates with pediatricians and schools when that helps.
Questions from Kendall families
It depends on where in Kendall you live. The office is at 1390 S Dixie Hwy in Coral Gables, a direct drive up US-1 from the Dadeland area. Families further west often use telehealth for some sessions.
Yes. Parent training is a core part of Dr. Wald's work with younger children, especially for behavior, sleep, and school refusal.
Weekday appointments run from 9:00 to 7:00, and Saturday and Sunday appointments are available by arrangement.
The practice is out of network. Dr. Wald provides superbills that families can submit for out of network reimbursement, and HSA and FSA cards can often be used. Details are on the fees page.
Care for Kendall families, in person or online
Whether the first visit is in Coral Gables or on video, it begins with a free 15 minute consultation.