Empowering Children
Toward Brighter Futures
Dr. Destiny Novakovic is an early childhood expert who has a mission to empower children to reach their full potential through clinically grounded, evidence-informed psychological care. As the founder of Nova Psychological Center, she provides assessment, therapy, and consultation services to support children and their families at home, school, and in the community. Dr. Novakovic is dedicated to fostering growth, resilience, and well-being in every child she serves.
BOOK CONSULTATIONCOMPREHENSIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
DEVELOPMENTAL EVALUATIONS
We evaluate for a range of conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, mood, trauma, and other developmental conditions. Families receive a detailed report with recommendations to help connect their child to early intervention services and supports.
SOLUTION FOCUSED THERAPY
Dr. Novakovic’s provides therapy to address many common childhood concerns including tantrums, non-compliance, disruptive school behaviors, separation anxiety, sleep concerns, trouble focusing, aggression, and more. Sessions are designed to provide children and their caregivers the tools to manage challenges and promote healthy development.
PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION
Collaboration with daycares, preschools, elementary they schools, early intervention providers, pediatricians, and babysitters helps ensure a child’s needs are supported across settings. Dr. Novakovic offers these consultations at no additional cost for established clients to promote consistent, coordinated care.
Our
Psychological
Process
01. Consultation Call
Brief phone consultation to discuss your family’s presenting concerns and goals for treatment. We will collaborate to determine the most appropriate plan and next steps.
02. Intake Paperwork
Families complete electronic intake and consent forms to share background information, review confidentiality, and acknowledge practice policies. This step helps ensure families understand the process and know what to expect in care. Once paperwork is completed, families are able to schedule their first appointment.
03. Diagnostic Assessment
This appointment gathers detailed background information such as developmental history, medical and school experiences, family dynamics, and current concerns. Rating scales are also provided to help collect more information about your child.
04. For Assessments – Feedback Session
In the final step, Dr. Novakovic meets with families to review evaluation results, discuss relevant diagnoses, and explain how the findings relate to the child’s strengths and areas for potential growth. Families receive a detailed written report with recommendations to support progress at home, school, and in the community. Dr. Novakovic also provides assistance with navigating the recommendations outlined in the evaluation report. Services may also include support in accessing special education resources, social services, therapeutic interventions, and community programs.
04.5 For Therapy – Treatment Planning
During this step, Dr. Novakovic collaborates with families to develop a treatment plan. This includes identifying goals and create a plan for ongoing sessions. The focus is on building practical skills, supporting emotional growth, and promoting meaningful progress across settings.
Good Faith Estimate
A Good Faith Estimate will be provided during the intake process to outline the expected cost of services before care begins. This estimate helps families understand potential expenses for evaluations or therapy sessions and ensures transparency in billing. While actual costs may vary based on individual needs or additional services, Nova Psychological Center is committed to clear communication and no financial surprises.
Meet Our Licensed
Psychologist & Owner
Dr. Destiny Novakovic is a licensed psychologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University, and the founder of Nova Psychological Center. She received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of South Florida and specializes in pediatric psychology.
Through her education and career, she has supported families in schools, community behavioral health clinics, primary care offices, and hospitals in Florida, Nebraska, and Ohio.
She has conducted hundreds of comprehensive evaluations and provided individual and family therapy for children and adolescents, addressing autism, behavioral conditions, learning challenges, and mood and anxiety disorders. In addition, Dr. Novakovic is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and has advanced expertise in supporting families navigating disruptive behaviors.
Alongside her hospital and university roles, Dr. Novakovic founded Nova Psychological Center to increase access to high-quality behavioral health care services and make evidence-based psychological care available to families across the nation. With a deep commitment to children and families, she strives to ensure her families feel supported and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Dr. Novakovic’s education and experiences:
- B.A. in Psychology – University of Kentucky
- B.A. in Sociology – University of Kentucky
- M.A. in School Psychology – University of South Florida
- Ed.S. in School Psychology – University of South Florida
- Ph.D. in School Psychology – University of South Florida
- Predoctoral Internship – Munroe-Meyer Institute, Omaha, Nebraska
- Postdoctoral Fellowship – Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
- Pediatric Psychologist – Nationwide Children’s Hospital
- Professor – The Ohio State University
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Questions
Do you offer virtual or in-person appointments?
We are a virtual-only practice, credentialed under PSYPACT, which means Dr. Novakovic can provide telemedicine services to clients located in the following participating states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
How long does it take to complete an evaluation and receive a report?
Most evaluations can be completed within a few weeks, depending on how quickly questionnaires and other materials are completed and returned. Once the evaluation is finished, the report is typically ready within about 2 weeks. This gives us enough time to review all results carefully and provide a report that is thorough, personalized, and includes practical recommendations.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with Aetna and offer self-pay options with a sliding scale for qualifying families. Superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement.
What conditions can be assesed in the evaluation?
Conditions we assess can include Global Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorder, Post Tramautic Stress Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder and a range of Anxiety Disorders.
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