Empowering Children
Toward Brighter Futures
Dr. Destiny Novakovic’s mission is to empower children to reach their full potential through clinically grounded, evidence-informed psychological care. As the founder of Nova Psychological Center, she provides therapy, assessment, and consultation services to support children and their families at home, school, and in the community. Dr. Novakovic is dedicated to fostering development, resilience, and well-being in every child she serves.
START QUESTIONNAIREOUR VALUES
COMPREHENSIVE
The diverse needs of children are addressed through individualized assessments, treatment plans, and therapy sessions.
EVIDENCE-BASED
Research-supported methods for assessments and interventions guide effective and reliable care for each child.
COLLABORATIVE
Children’s well-being is considered through a collaborative model that emphasizes partnerships with families, schools, and community providers.
SERVICES
Professional
Psychological
Services
01. Psychological Assessments
Comprehensive virtual evaluations for developmental, behavioral, and mood conditions with written reports and tailored recommendations.
02. Individual Therapy
Short or long term goal-focused counseling with children and teens that addresses specific concerns and promotes practical solutions.
03. Parent Coaching
Structured skills-based guidance that equips parents with strategies to manage developmental, behavioral, or emotional challenges in children.
PROMOTIONAL RATES
Transparent & Accessible Care
At Nova Psychological Center, we are committed to transparent pricing. As a new practice, we are offering promotional rates. Our Individual Therapy and Caregiving Coaching rates remain valid for the duration of a treatment plan (90 days). At the end of the treatment plan cycle, rates will be reviewed and discussed before continuing services.
Psychological Assessments
$400
Diagnostic Therapy Intake
$150
Individual Therapy Session
$100
Parent / Caregiver Coaching Session
$100
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, currently serving families in Ohio outside of the Columbus area to avoid conflicts with my local responsibilities. We hope to expand services to additional states in the future.
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.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps children and families understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We also draw on aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) when helpful. This flexible approach allows me to tailor sessions to each child and family’s unique needs, making therapy both personalized and effective.
Do you accept insurance?
At this time, our services are self-pay only. We’re actively working toward offering insurance options in the future. We offer sliding scale options. Please reach out to talk through payment options.
Are you planning to add new services in the future?
Yes! We are excited to be working on several new projects, including virtual autism evaluations, caregiver workshops, children’s books, interactive therapeutic games, merchandise, and more. If you’d like to be the first to know when a new service becomes available, we invite you to join our mailing list and stay connected as Nova Psychological Center continues to grow.
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