Wynns Family Psychology
As a practice specializing in children, teens, and families, we know how to help and connect with kids. And our caring, doctoral-level psychologists and psychiatrists offer a full range of services, including therapy services, testing services, social skills groups, parent coaching, custody services, psychiatric services, and medication management. Learn more about our team of child psychologists and child psychiatrists below.


Dr. Kristen Wynns

Child Psychologist, Parenting, Testing,
and Custody Specialist
Office Location: Cary NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Children and teens, parenting and co-parenting, high-conflict divorce, custody, forensic evaluations, family therapy, married and unmarried couples therapy, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Academically Gifted Testing, Child IQ Testing, Educational Testing, Early Kindergarten Entry Testing, Learning Disabilities Testing, behavior problems, anger management, friendships, reunification therapy.

Kristen Wynns, Ph.D., founder and owner of Wynns Family Psychology, is a therapy, testing, and custody specialist for children, adolescents, teenagers, and families. She holds a Doctorate and Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and is a Licensed Psychologist. Passionate about working with kids and teens, her therapy services and evaluation services are customized to fit each client's particular needs. Dr. Wynns has extensive experience in conducting Psychoeducational Testing, Academic Testing, and Psychological Evaluations, to include child assessments for Autism Testing, Aspergers Testing, ASD Autistic Spectrum Disorder Testing, PDD Pervasive Developmental Disorder Testing, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Testing, ADHD Testing, ADD Testing, AG Testing, Kids Intelligent Quotient I Q Testing, Achievement Testing, Kindergarten Readiness Testing, LD Testing, and Dyslexia Testing. Dr. Wynns is also experienced in individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, play therapy, and couples therapy. She helps children and teenagers with a variety of common issues such as dealing with divorce, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, ASD Autism Spectrum Disorders, PDD Pervasive Developmental Disorder, ADHD, ADD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), social problems, Bipolar Disorder, depression, anxiety, phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and family & school difficulties. In addition, she works with preschoolers and toddlers, helping them deal with sleep issues, eating problems, behavior problems, and fears. Parents and families are frequently integrated into this therapy process, especially when dealing with effective discipline techniques for children. Dr. Wynns offers christian-based counseling and parenting services for families with difficult children. In addition to comprehensive custody evaluations, Dr. Wynns consults with parents on reducing the conflict children are exposed to during a divorce, helping children through the divorce process (at various developmental stages), visitation, parenting plans, two-home family transitions, coparenting, reunification therapy, and step-parent (and significant other) issues. Dr. Wynns has been qualified as an expert witness many times in courts throughout North Carolina and often testifies about custody and parenting time issues.

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Dr. Angel Warren

Child & Family Psychologist Services,
Director of Testing
Office Location: Cary, North Carolina

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Children, teenagers, families, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, attention problems, behavior problems, behavior management strategies, self-esteem building, social skills issues, developing coping skills, respect, parenting strategies.

Angel Warren, Psy.D., has a doctorate in clinical psychology. She provides solutions through individual child therapy, child testing, children's group therapy and child behavior management training. Dr. Warren strives to help children and adolescents understand and manage the stumbling blocks they face by targeting adjustment issues, anxiety, attention problems, conduct issues, anger, respect, shyness, depression, loss, trauma, and social skills in need of polishing. Thsee therapy strategies for children often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focusing on building adaptive behaviors, decreasing harmful and maladaptive behaviors, and developing problem solving skills. Dr. Warren empowers children and families by helping them identify their goals and devloping the skills to overcome their problems. Because identifying the underlying cause of symptoms is required to appropriately treat a problem, Dr. Warren works with each child to define both his strengths and areas that need improvement. This is often achieved through professional psychodiagnostic testing and educational testing for children, teens and adolescents. Her testing experience includes identifying problems, making formal diagnoses, personality testing, Learning Disability testing, and IQ testing. She also provides Kindergarten Readiness Testing, ADHD Testing, ADD Testing, Dyslexia Testing, Anxiety Testing, Autism Testing, Asperger's Syndrome Testing, PDD Testing, developmental testing, achievement testing, Academically Gifted testing, memory testing, and neurological testing. Dr. Warren strives to make testing an experience in which children and adolescents are engaged in the challenge rather than intimidated by the process.

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Matthew Macchioni, LCASA, NCC

Child, Teen & Family Therapist
Office Locations: North Raleigh & Cary, NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: child therapy, adolescent therapy, adult therapy, group counseling, substance abuse disorders, psycho-education, harm reduction, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, Borderline personality disorder.

Matthew Macchioni holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University. He has extensive experience counseling adolescents and teens in substance abuse and mental health programs. Matt also provides group therapy for kids, tweens, teens, young adults, and their families. Grande', sans-serif; font-size: 11px;"> Matthew has worked extensively with young men (ages 10-18) on issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, self-mutilation, social skills, anti-social behavior, coping skills, forming relationships, oppositional defiance disorder and substance use disorders. Matthew utilizes an eclectic approach to counseling that is tailored to ensure the optimal fit and maximum benefit for each client. His approach focuses on techniques that include client centered therapy, DBT, cognitive behavior therapy, psychoanalysis, and motivational interviewing. These techniques and counseling practices allow him to work in both individual and group setting with children of all ages and backgrounds, while identifying and focusing on the individual needs and desires of each individual client. Matthew has experience working with children who have experienced divorce and difficulty in school or home. Matthew also works with parents and families to develop and foster valuable connections and relationships with parents and children.

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Michelle Dodson, LPCA

Therapist Cary NC,
Office Locations: Cary & Raleigh NC

EXPERTISE & Children and teens, parenting, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem issues, self-harm, emotion regulation, adjustment issues, behavioral issues, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, social skills training, and groups for children and teens.

Michelle Dodson, LPCA, holds her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She specializes in providing child therapy, teen therapy, young adult therapy, and parent coaching. She also offers social skills groups and anxiety groups for children and teens. Michelle has experience providing counseling to address issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, self-harm, emotion regulation, adjustment issues, behavioral issues, and social skills training. She offers parenting coaching to assist families with behavioral issues and promote family wellness. Michelle utilizes several approaches to therapy depending on the client's needs. She has experience incorporating Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and other modalities into treatment. Michelle recognizes the importance of collaborating with families to create a treatment plan tailored to their specific concerns and needs. She believes in the importance of a building a strong therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist. She strives to create a warm, comfortable environment where clients can feel supported in working towards growth and healing.

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Dr. Natasha Sylvester

Child, Teen & Family Psychologist
Office Locations: Cary & Raleigh NC

Expertise & Special Interests: Children, teens, adults, individuals, couples, families, anxiety disorders (i.e., generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, panic disorder), acute and chronic mood disorders, trauma related disorders, grief and loss, ASD, personality disorders, interpersonal difficulties, anger, marriage issues, divorce issues, parenting issues, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, major life transitions, self-esteem, identity issues, school difficulties, assessment, and group therapy services.

Natasha Sylvester, Psy.D., has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in child and family psychology. She offers therapy services, assessment, and group therapy to children and adolescents. She has a passion for treating and empowering individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan. Dr. Sylvester tailors her therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple, or family. Dr. Sylvester strives to create a safe, encouraging environment to increase overall wellbeing and life satisfaction. She assists others in developing tools they can use to cope with symptoms of their diagnosis or life challenges. She focuses on one’s personal strengths, provides effective strategies to improve functioning, and supports others through challenging times. She helps others to set and accomplish goals and increase the understanding of behaviors. Dr. Sylvester encourages individuals in their exploration of self and their journey towards self-acceptance. She assists others in improving social skills, communication, and regulation of emotions. Dr. Sylvester focuses on helping others strengthen interpersonal relationships, set healthy boundaries, and increase parenting strategies to build healthier individuals and families. Dr. Sylvester’s therapeutic style is supportive, patient, and empathic. She tailors her therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple, or family. She has been trained in a range of modalities including Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and Child-Centered Play Therapy. Dr. Sylvester has experience utilizing a culturally competent and sensitive framework with diverse populations. In addition, she provides faith based counseling for those who use their faith as a source of support. Dr. Sylvester assists others in discovering purpose and meaning, while focusing on the unique strengths and ways one can reach one’s highest potential.

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Dr. Brittany Bate

Family, Child & Teen Psychologist
Office Locations: Cary & Raleigh NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Criminal (i.e., capacity to proceed, criminal responsibility, risk assessment) and civil forensic evaluation (i.e., custody evaluations, parental capacity evaluation), psychosexual evaluations, expert testimony, justice-involved individuals (all ages), teenagers, college-age, adults, families, couples therapy, sexual and/or gender minorities (LGBTQI+), substance abuse behavioral disorders, anger management, grief, and trauma. mood disorders, anxiety, sexual behaviors, psychoeducational assessment, learning disabilities testing, psychodiagnostic evaluation, substance-abuse evaluation, group therapy for teens, parents, and adults.

Brittany Bate, Ph.D., has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in forensic psychology and assessment. She provides therapy, psychoeducational testing, and group services to kids and families. She also specializes in assessment and therapeutic services to justice-involved individuals of any age. Dr. Bate utilizes an integrative approach to therapy, relying on empirically-supported principles to include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in achieving desired therapeutic outcomes. A particular area of interest includes working with gender and sexual minorities, their families, and significant others. Dr. Bate has a particular interest in working with transgender individuals and/or clients who are experiencing gender dysphoria. Moreover, Dr. Bate has experience working with behavioral disorders, substance abuse disorders, depression, anxiety, suicide issues, ADHD, school behavior difficulties, victims and perpetrators of abuse/neglect, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, prodromal psychosis, psychosexual disorders, inappropriate sexual behavior, and adjustment disorders.

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Abigail Kalainikas, LCSWA

Child, Family, Teen & Adult Therapist
Office Locations: Cary & Raleigh NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Children, teenagers, families, adults, anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation, self-image, borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, care-giver stresses, chronic illnesses, coping skills, behavioral issues, adjustment difficulties.

Abigail Kalainikas, LCSWA, holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Social Work. She specializes in providing child, adolescent, and adult therapy services. Abigail specializes in providing child, teen, and adult therapy. She has experience providing therapy for a wide range of mental health concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-harm, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, family conflict, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, and self-esteem issues. Abigail utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities to cater to the individual needs of her clients. She approaches therapy from a strengths based perspective and believes that each person has a unique set of strengths and needs that are necessary in developing effective, individualized treatment plans. She believes in empowering the individual to realize their own potential and capability in overcoming life struggles. Depending on the needs of the individual, Abigail uses therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems Therapy. Abigail understands the importance of faith and spirituality in life and can work to incorporate faith into an individual's therapeutic journey.

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Mary Caldwell-Pineda, LMFT

Child Therapist, Family Counseling Services
Office Locations: North Raleigh & Cary NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Children, adolescents, families, adults, couples school issues, self-esteem, anger management, making friends, relationships, peer pressure, sexuality issues, depression, anxiety, gender identity issues, and parent-child relationships, parent-teen relationships, divorce, blended families, adoption adjustment, communication, relationships, women’s issues, boundary setting, stress, the “empty nest,” aging parents.

Mary Caldwell-Pineda, LMFT, holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She specializes in the treatment of children, teens, and families through child therapy services, children's social skills groups and parent coaching services. Mary is a skilled practitioner with 30 years of clinical experience to share. She specializes in treating all life stages, from childhood to advanced age. Her treatment approach is eclectic, employing a diverse set of treatment models: Family therapy, Play therapy, Psychotherapy, Communication, Resilience, and Narrative therapies. Navigating the transitions between childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood can be tough. Mary enjoys working with young people and provides life skills and emotional support coupled with clinical evaluation of psychological, behavioral, and emotional issues. Through her years of experience, Mary knows early diagnosis and treatment increases quality of life for her clients.

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Kalie Moore, LPCA

Couples, Family, and Child Therapist
Office Locations: North Raleigh & Cary NC

EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: child and teen therapy, couples therapy, premarital counseling, Christian-based therapy, behavioral problems, substance abuse issues, ADHD issues, Asperger's Syndrome, anxiety, depression, emotional issues, relationship issues, adjustment issues, self-esteem issues, dealing with divorce, peer pressure, anger management, mood disorders, conduct disorders, behavioral issues, ODD, parent coaching, social skills, group therapy for kids and teens

Kalie Moore, LPCA, holds a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling. She specializes in providing child and adult therapy services and social skills groups for kids, teens, and young adults. Kalie has experience working with kids, teens, parents, and couples dealing with a variety of different mental health concerns. She specializes in providing individual child therapy services and couples therapy. She is also a Prepare/Enrich facilitator for couples interested in premarital counseling and assessment. Kalie provides therapy services for grief, ADHD issues, high-functioning Autism, anxiety, depression, emotional issues, social issues, relationship issues, adjustment issues, self-esteem issues, dealing with divorce, peer pressure, anger management, mood disorders, conduct disorders, behavioral issues, Oppositional Defiant Disorders (ODD), parent coaching, and a wide range of other mental health issues. She also has experience working in a residential program for teen girls dealing with substance abuse. Kalie uses several different therapeutic strategies (including family therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person centered therapy, Solution Focused Therapy models, etc) and strives to tailor her approach to individual clients’ specific needs. She is also trained in Trauma-Focused CBT for children. Kalie's strategies focus on identifying goals, reinforcing positive and adaptive behaviors, decreasing negative and harmful behaviors, achieving practical solutions, and developing important problem solving skills. Kalie understands the importance of faith and spirituality in life and in the counseling process, and she offers Christian-based therapy for those who would like to incorporate faith into their therapeutic journey.

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