Solari
Child & Educational Psychology
Carefully considered
Deeply human
Solari is where compassionate care turns insight into practical support for children and families. Like light in the dark, we illuminate a way forward, bringing clarity, compassion and practical strategies to help children and families thrive.
Our Approach
At Solari Child & Educational Psychology, we offer a thoughtful, personalized approach to understanding and supporting children’s learning, behavior and emotional wellbeing.
Our work blends scientific knowledge with real-world experience of schools and families. We take time to truly understand each child, their strengths, differences and needs whilst providing clear, practical guidance that feels meaningful and manageable for parents.
This is a space for clarity, collaboration and confidence for children and the adults who care for them.
Our process is simple and thoughtful, providing real-world understanding and practical application.
At Solari Child & Educational Psychology, we bring together expertise and experience in child development, psychology, education and organisational/systems change to support children and families across Austin and the surrounding communities. We don’t just treat symptoms, but consider the whole context: the child, their family, and the school and home environments they move through every day.
We aim to deliver:
Assessments, recommendations, and post-assessment consultations that are clinically rigorous, usable in real school and home settings, and respectful of each child’s unique profile and family life.
Individualized therapeutic interventions and consultations grounded in the same strengths-based framework tailored to each child’s and family’s needs.
Collaborative consultation between home and school to problem solve and create plans that work for the child.
Advocacy support so we can walk alongside you throughout the journey.
This a reflection of what we believe in. We’re here to walk alongside children, youth and families to create better futures - led by a shared commitment to quality and care.
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We work as an out-of-network provider, which means we're not bound by insurance restrictions on how we assess or work with your child. Many families receive partial reimbursement through their insurance's out-of-network benefits, we provide a Superbill to make that process straightforward.
We understand that cost is a real concern; if finances are a barrier, please let us know, we’ll work with you to discuss sliding-scale options, payment plans, or other supports to help you access the care you need.
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At Solari:
We do not currently offer testing for forensic or court-related purposes.
We do not conduct assessments for children in situations where one parent does not want their child to receive the testing.
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You can reach us anytime via our email at hello@solarichildpsychology.com
We aim to respond quickly, usually within two business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What previous families say about working with Dr Childress
“From our first consultation, it was clear how deeply thoughtful and compassionate the approach was. Our experiences were understood and reflected back to us with clarity and care, helping us make sense of what we had been seeing for a long time. We felt genuinely supported and listened to throughout the process.”
— Parent of young adult
“Thank you for your kindness and insight. We felt encouraged and confident after discussing our child’s needs with you.”
— Parent of young child
“Working together was an extremely positive experience. The assessments were thorough and grounded in a strong understanding of complex learning and developmental needs. Practical, realistic recommendations were offered in a way that felt achievable and meaningful by staff. Rapport with both adults and students came naturally"
— School leader, Elementary Education
“She summarized everything we’ve been experiencing so wonderfully and clearly. It really helped us understand our child’s needs."
— Parent reflecting on the value of consultation
“The assessment process was thoughtful and incredibly helpful in giving our child a clearer understanding of themselves. The insights provided helped us, as parents, better support our child in a way that felt strengths-based and respectful. We are very grateful for the care and professionalism shown throughout.”
— Parents of a teenager.
“I felt completely understood and not judged during our conversation. Your support made a real difference.”
— Parent feedback after consultation
In-person and remote options
Our office is conveniently located in Cedar Park with quick access to the 183 and major highways and nearby suburbs, making it an ideal and convenient spot for reaching North Austin, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Leander and surrounding communities.
Evaluations can also be conducted at the child’s school with collaboration with the school setting.
Remote options are available for residents throughout the state of Texas for therapy, parent support, consultations and post-assessment sessions (clients must be located within Texas at the time of the session).
Serving Families Across Austin & Central Texas
We support families in:
Austin
Cedar Park
Round Rock
Leander
Westlake
Surrounding Central Texas communities
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While most issues between client and clinician can be addressed directly, some situations could require escalation. In compliance with the State of Texas, we provide information below to assist your pursuit of a report, if you should find yourself in such a situation.
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Please always feel free to reach out to provide feedback or constructive criticism by contacting the practice at: hello@solarichildpsychology.com
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Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council
1801 Congress Ave., Ste. 7.300
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 305-7700
Investigations/Complaints 24-hour, toll-free system- (800) 821-3205 -
We are required to retain your records for 7 years, or 5 years after a former child client has turned 18. If needed, records can be requested via the portal or email to request at: records@solarichildpsychology.com
Administrative charges may apply.
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