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Kathleen Bennett, PsyD

Education

Graduate School: Loyola University Maryland

Bio

Kathleen “Kasey” Bennett, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in providing therapy and assessment services to children, adolescents, and families. She completed her undergraduate degree at the College of Wooster and completed her master’s and doctoral degrees at Loyola University Maryland. She comes to CHKD after spending 12 years as a psychologist with VBCPS primarily within the alternative education setting where she was able to help significantly increase mental health support and reduce stigma within a traditionally underrepresented population.

Dr. Bennett believes in meeting families where they are, utilizing a collaborative, strengths-based approach. She strives to provide a non-judgmental and safe atmosphere where individual differences and diversity are valued. In therapy Dr. Bennett utilizes a range of evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Through assessment she strives to provide families an integrated, comprehensive picture of strengths and areas for growth, diagnostic clarity, and recommendations for both the home and school settings to guide treatment and interventions.

In her free time Dr. Bennett loves spending time with her husband and three sons, enjoying the beach, hiking, and finding new things to do in the area. She and her oldest son share a love for basketball and she especially enjoys opportunities to coach his teams.

Refer to Our Mental Health Program

CHKD is working hard to build a Mental Health Program with care access opportunities for all children in need. We currently have a high volume of requests and partner with mental health agencies outside of CHKD to ensure all children referred receive an appropriate treatment resource. Find inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization referral information here.

Patient with providers in Children's Pavilion

Concerned About Your Child's Mental Health?

If you are concerned about your child's mental health, the best place to start is with your child's primary care pediatrician. Many of CHKD's pediatricians have completed advanced training in the management of disorders such as ADHD, depression, and anxiety.