Take the Next Step with Behavioral Consulting LI
Living with ADHD shouldn’t feel like a constant battle. With the right strategies and a supportive partner, children with ADHD can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Whether you are looking for an initial evaluation, ongoing therapy, or parent consultation, Dr. Michael Comiskey and the team at Behavioral Consulting LI are here to help your family find balance and success.
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Location: 101 Hillside Ave, Suite D, Williston Park, NY 11596 (Serving Roslyn, Great Neck, Hicksville, Garden City, and all of Nassau County)
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Phone: (516) 523-1626
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Email: dr.comiskey@behavioralconsultingli.com
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Website: behavioralconsultingli.com
An ADHD diagnosis can bring a sense of clarity, but it often comes with a whole new set of questions. Parents often wonder how best to help their child sit through homework without meltdowns, manage morning routines smoothly, or keep track of belongings.
At Behavioral Consulting of Long Island (BC-LI), led by licensed psychologist and BCBA Dr. Michael Comiskey, we specialize in helping children with ADHD and executive dysfunction navigate these daily hurdles. We focus on actionable strategies, deep understanding, and personalized support—giving both kids and parents the tools they need to feel confident, capable, and successful.
Medication or No Medication? We Support Your Family’s Path
One of the biggest concerns parents bring to our Williston Park office is whether seeking psychological support forces them into a specific choice regarding prescription medications.
Our Philosophy: There is no single “right” path for every family. We provide non-judgmental, comprehensive care tailored entirely to your family’s decisions and comfort level.
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For Families Utilizing Prescribed Medications: Medication can be an effective tool for improving core focus and impulse control, but it does not automatically teach executive functioning skills like time management, organization, or emotion regulation. We partner with you and your prescribing physician to provide the behavioral and cognitive tools that maximize your child’s progress.
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For Families Choosing a Medication-Free Approach: Many families prefer to rely entirely on behavioral interventions, environmental modifications, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. We design targeted behavioral programs and parent coaching strategies that build real-world coping mechanisms without pharmaceutical intervention.
No matter which path you choose, our primary goal remains the same: to equip your child and your household with practical, lifelong skills to manage ADHD effectively.
How Dr. Michael Comiskey Supports Children with ADHD
Dr. Comiskey’s background as a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and former school psychologist gives him a complete view of how ADHD impacts a child across home, school, and social settings.
| Area of Support | What We Work On |
| Executive Functioning | Planning, organizing homework, task initiation, and working memory strategies. |
| Behavioral Regulation | Reducing impulsivity, managing frustration, and improving self-monitoring skills. |
| Emotional Well-being | Building self-esteem, managing concurrent anxiety, and handling social interactions. |
| Parent & School Coaching | Creating consistent home routines and aligning support with IEP/504 school plans. |
Real Strategies for Real Life
ADHD is not a lack of willpower; it is a difference in how the brain regulates attention and executive functions. Instead of focusing solely on “fixing behavior,” our practice works on building skills:
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Environmental Structuring: Designing home routines, visual schedules, and study spaces that minimize distractions and reduce power struggles.
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Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT): Helping children recognize feelings of frustration or overload before they turn into behavioral outbursts.
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Parent Training & Collaboration: Equipping parents with clear behavioral reinforcement systems so tactics used in session carry over smoothly to evenings and weekends.