Our Services
Our staff specializes in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, and related disorders including Tic Disorders and Trichotillomania. These conditions are highly treatable and research shows that cognitive-behavioral therapy is effective for their treatment. Our patients can expect to receive the most advanced and expert brief cognitive-behavioral treatments with the goal that they have reduced symptoms and feel equipped and empowered to maintain their gains long-term.
Child and Adolescent Services
Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation
Usually conducted over 2 hours: 1 with parents, 1 with child
- The nature and type of anxiety and mood disorders present are assessed.
- Any additional difficulties the child may be experiencing are evaluated.
- Both child and parents complete questionnaires.
- In some cases, clinicians complete an observation of the child.
Comprehensive Treatment Programs
Based upon results of the diagnostic evaluation, treatment recommendations are made which may include referrals to our programs or to another professional. Our psychosocial treatments are based on cognitive-behavioral principles and involve education about anxiety as well as teaching patients and parents specific skills to cope with challenging situations.
Length of treatment:
- We conduct short-term cognitive behavior therapy. Typical treatment programs meet weekly for approximately 12 to 20 weeks.
- Our psychosocial treatments are based on cognitive behavioral principles and involve education about anxiety as well as teaching patients specific skills to cope with challenging situations.
- Periodic follow-up sessions are also conducted, as needed, to ensure the maintenance of gains.
Adult Services
Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation
Usually conducted over 1 session lasting one to three hours.
- Individualized diagnostic assessment is administered.
- The nature and type of anxiety and mood disorders present are assessed.
- Any additional difficulties the individual may be experiencing are evaluated.
- Supplemental questionnaires are completed.
Comprehensive Treatment Programs
Based upon results of the diagnostic evaluation, treatment recommendations are made which may include referrals to our programs or to another professional.
Our psychosocial treatments are based on cognitive behavioral principles and involve education about anxiety as well as teaching patients specific skills to cope with challenging situations.
Length of treatment:
- We conduct short-term cognitive behavior therapy. Typical treatment programs meet weekly for approximately 12 to 20 weeks.
- Periodic follow-up sessions are also conducted, as needed, to ensure the maintenance of gains.
Billing and Fees for Therapy Services:
Dr. Khanna's clinical practice is a fee-for-service practice. She does not accept insurance or currently on any insurance panels, but receipts are provided that can be submitted for reimbursement if you have out of network benefits. All fees are due at time of service. All billing is coordinated by and payment is made directly to the OCD & Anxiety Institute. Questions about fees for new patients can be directed to Dr. Khanna at muniya@muniyakhannaphd.com.
If you have been unable to get an appointment within the timeframe that you prefer or would like to see other provider options, please visit the Children's and Adult's Center for OCD & Anxiety where providers have expertise in similar treatment areas. To find contact information and to learn more about other providers who practice at the Children's and Adult's Center for OCD and Anxiety, visit: http://childrenscenterocdanxiety.blogspot.com.
For those looking to find in-network providers, please refer to your insurance company's referral list of in-network providers. Those not local to the Philadelphia/Western Suburbs area, you may contact your nearest university hospital for an appointment or for recommended providers or visit our website at www.CopingCatParents.com for a Global Network list of providers in CBT for anxiety and other helpful referral resources and tips on finding an evidence-based treatment provider.
Online Parent-Training
Child Anxiety Tales online parent training for parents of anxious children and teens
We are excited to introduce you to a state-of-the-art online evidence-based parent-training program for parents of children struggling with anxiety.
Child Anxiety Tales is a 10-module evidence-based online parent-training program that empowers parents with tools and strategies to use to help their child manage anxiety and stress. The program includes:
- Symptom Checker – a screener to help parents assess the nature and severity of their child’s anxiety
- What parents need to know about different types of anxiety and symptoms of anxiety
- Step-by-step guidelines for how to talk to their child or teen about anxiety and how to help them challenge their fears
- Tools and Strategies to teach kids so they can better manage anxiety day to day
- Tips from experts on how to maintain long-term progress and success
The program was developed by Dr. Philip Kendall and Dr. Muniya Khanna, preeminent researchers and experts in the treatment of anxiety, through a grant funded by the National Institutes of Mental Health to increase public awareness and support for anxiety in children and adolescents. The program provides only the most well-researched information and techniques based on cognitive-behavioral principles, the recommended first-line treatment approach for child anxiety.
Child Anxiety Tales can be found on the website, www.CopingCatParents.com which has information, books, and referral network to help if parents are looking for providers or resources to help support their child.
Check out Dr. Khanna's partner websites for more resources for helping children with anxiety: