The Square One Method™

The Square One Method™ is our signature philosophical and clinical approach to delivering high-quality child and family care. While we utilize gold-standard, evidence-based treatments, this method defines how we bring them to life — with structure, intention, and collaboration.

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Square One Psychology is reimagining the model of care.

We understand every family’s journey and circumstance is unique. It is only fitting that we provide concierge behavioral health services, pairing gold standard treatment with accessibility and convenience. Through personalized child therapy and expert support, we’re here to help families take the first step towards an elevated future.

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Zohra Chahal, PhD

FOUNDER, DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES

BACKGROUND

Dr. Zohra is a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for children and adolescents with anxiety, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and emotional sensitivity.

Trained by leading child and adolescent psychologists and psychiatrists nationwide, she now trains and supervises clinicians in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and PCIT Adapted for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM).

Dr. Zohra’s contributions to the field also include presenting at national conferences and co-authoring chapters on family-based therapy and selective mutism. Her work is driven by a passion for providing expert support and personalized child therapy when and how families need it most.

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Steven Kurtz, PhD, ABPP

SENIOR CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST

BACKGROUND

Dr. Kurtz is an internationally recognized licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in behavioral and anxiety disorders in children.

He is one of only 21 Certified Global Trainers in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and has pioneered innovative treatments, including the groundbreaking Brave Buddies Program for SM.

With years of experience in prominent leadership roles at institutions like NYU’s Child Study Center and the Child Mind Institute, Dr. Kurtz brings invaluable insight and a deep commitment to providing personalized child therapy and advancing effective treatments for children worldwide.

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Clare logan, ba

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

BACKGROUND

Clare graduated magna cum laude from New York University (NYU) as a Psychology major with a minor in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Studies.

As an advanced undergraduate-level trainee, she has completed intensive training and received extensive supervision in working with children with selective mutism.

In addition to her administrative responsibilities, Clare also serves as a senior Counselor for our Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) programs.

ALEXA RAY, BS

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

BACKGROUND

Alexa graduated from the University of Central Florida (UCF) with a bachelor's degree in Psychology.

During her undergraduate studies, she received training and supervision in working with children with selective mutism through her volunteer work with Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) Camp in Sarasota.

In addition to her administrative responsibilities, Alexa also serves as a senior Counselor for our Mighty Mouth Kids (MMK) programs.

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