Dr. Caroline Kabel-Kotler, DO

I can't say enough about Dr Kabel-Kotler! Her knowledge about behavioral health is immense. She has helped my children find tools to help them live happy and mentally healthy lives. She is kind,patient,and has built a trust and formed a connection with my whole family. You wont find better care for your child than with Dr Kabel- Kotler!

Dr. Kotler provides my children with honest and genuine care. She has true character is intelligent in her field! All in all, the best doctor I’ve taken my children to for real help in areas that are difficult.

If you’re looking for a mental health care provider for your child, adolescent, or teen that will genuinely care about your child and family, fight for their educational rights, and be there whenever you need them, whether your in crisis or if you just have a routine question, Dr. Caroline Kotler is who you need. She’s a rock star who really knows her stuff. She’s funny and brings a sense of humor to her serious work. My daughter is always so excited for her visits because she knows she is loved by Dr. Caroline, as she calls her. A plus, her offfie is warm and inviting.

Dr. Kotler is a passionate, nurturing , and kind doctor. She’s made my child and I a part of her practice family and for the first time we’ve found a doctor who understands our child and her diagnosis and who has also helped my husband and I understand how to parent her better. Dr. Kotler has also been our child’s Educational Advocate. She stepped in and made us aware of how our school district could be assisting in my child’s needs by providing services we never even knew were available. She wrote letters which lead to meetings that she attended with us to ensure our child got what she needed. Don’t know where we’d be without her.

Dr. Kotler’s was referred to us by her psychologist that she had been seeing for the past years. She realize that our daughters anxiety needed treatment in addition to therapy. When we reached out to Dr. Kotler she contacted us that day to set up an appointment. My husband and I both attended the appointment with our daughter and we’re very impressed at how much time Dr. Kotler spent with us. The appointment was longer than anyone had ever spent with our child in this area. Her passion for what she does was obvious. She spent so much time gathering information as far back as our daughter's toddler years. She helped us understand how our daughter‘s anxiety has been present her entire life and how it has played out in her life. She formally diagnosed our daughter and initiated a treatment. Our follow up visits have been wonderful, she follows our daughter extremely carefully and is very responsive to our concerns and questions. Strongly recommended!

We first met with Dr. Kotler’s about two months ago. Since that time our world has completely changed. We were referred to Dr. Kotler’s by our sons pediatrician. Dr. Kotler’s has established a name for herself in the community as a Behavioral pediatrician who really spends time with her patients and becomes a true advocate and partner for her patients and their families. I can tell you that she did not disappoint! I knew during our first visit that something special was happening and we were all connecting in a way we never had with any other doctor before. We were not rushed, she made us feel completely comfortable answering extremely uncomfortable questions. She validated our child and he felt understood for the first time in his life. We never thought that we’d be able to find someone who could help us and our child in a way that Dr. Kotler has done in just this short time. We’ve already been back to see her twice and we are seeing positive changes for the first time in years.

I would NOT recommend Dr. Kotler. While Doctor Kotler does spend extra time with the patient, she comes into the initial appointment with a specific diagnosis already in mind and asks VERY leading questions to get the patient to answer questions agreeing with her pre-determined conclusions. She often does not listen to or take the child or parent's input. Dr. Kotler is very scattered and jumps to new medications and combinations before being able to tell if they are effective or not. On occasion, she could not read her own notes and forgot which medication and dosage she had last put my child on or how long it had been since the medication change. If your child has behavioral concerns that seem to go beyond that of what your pediatrician can handle, go see a child psychiatrist with specialized training and experience in behavioral health!

Dr. Caroline has been our ninja warrior in our mental health plight with my two children. I never thought I would be "that parent" who would put their kid on meds because they couldn't handle being a good parent. I finally gave in when my son begged me to take him to the doctor because he was so depressed. To my surprise, my children were tested and both have ADD, depression, and anxiety. This is where we met and fell in love with the brilliant, compassionate, and loyal "Dr. Caroline" as we call her in our house. We have her on speed dial on our phones and she is always available when we are in need. I am a single parent and am so grateful to have her as an advocate. She is truly genius.

Doctor Koler is one of the best. She understands and relate to children and young adults in a way that I’ve never experienced before, nor had my children. She treats the whole child, mind and body.

Dr. Kotler is absolutely brilliant; she treats our children not only with very personal care and an incredibly impressive, scientific mind, but as if they’re her own. Dr. Kotler connects with each teen and meets that individual where they are. She has extraordinary compassion and empathy but Dr. Kotler is tenacious for comprehensive answers where other medical professionals give up if things are atypically complex, medically speaking. Dr. Kotler is one others should use as their role model for making vulnerable patients feel seen, heard, precious and safe. Dr. Kotler is one who digs in, asks the right questions and elicits the answers that help make for positive changes not only medically, but academically, emotionally, and socially contributing to a students’ overall well-being. Don’t delay it for a minute - call and get in to visit with Dr. Kotler. There aren’t enough wonderful things to say about this genius mind.

I have seen several doctors that just dismiss my child as having ADHD yet the meds for that never seemed to work. Dr Kotler was able to correctly diagnose my child and treat him appropriately! Dr Kotler has made my child so much more stable and able to function and focus in all aspects of daily life while allowing him to still be the sweet silly boy that he is!

Dr. Kotler is a warm , compassionate, amazing doctor. She really gets teens and adolescents. We are very blessed to have found her.

Dr Kotler has made a huge difference in my children’s life. Her help with treating their anxiety and depression has been a game changer. I can’t say enough about this amazing doctor.

Dr Caroline has done AMAZING things for my 3 kids. Her expertise in understanding DNA testing is unsurpassed! She does not take insurance, but I have not had an issue submitting her bills for reimbursement. Only downside is the price, but you are paying a Dr that TRULY cares for your child and is in it for the long haul! She has continued to research and conference with colleagues to find the right combination for my very complicated kid.

Life-changing in a positive way. My Children have been seeing Dr Kotler for a couple of years now and it has made a huge difference in their anxiety and depression. Other reviews here criticize her for thinking she knows patients better than the parents, etc. Dr Kotler has been doing this for a long time and knows when something is up. She will not spare your feelings and will give it to you straight. Somethings are hard to hear and sometimes families are not ready to hear them. I should know. I am just glad that I swallowed my pride and focused on what is best for my children. We are ALL better off for it. We will continue to see her for the foreseeable future (until she kicks us out bc my children are no longer children) as her help has improved our lives and likely saved the life of at least one of my children.

Dr. Kotler has been my Doctor and biggest advocate since I was 12 years old. I’m 19 now. She has always been there for me. She’s helped me through the most difficult times in my life. She even consulted with my boarding schools, wilderness programs, and other various doctors who I’ve seen over the years. I don’t know where I would be without her.

We were referred to Dr. Kotler by a friend after our son had been seen psychiatrists at Children’s Hospital, several psychologists, and even therapists. It wasn’t until we met with Dr. Kotler that our son’s diagnosis was fully understood. She was able to guide his care and treatment in a timely manner. She spends time with her patients and is available 24/7.

Dr Kotler has treated my daughter as if she were her own. Always available. Follow up impeccable. Really cares about her patients. Goes above and beyond.

Dr. Kotler literally saved my sons life and I do not say that lightly. Her assessment, diagnosis, treatment and level of care is unparalleled to any other. She is the most dedicated Doctor we have ever seen. Highly recommend!

Dr. Kotler has been our family physician. She is responsive to our needs and I have confidence in her. She is dedicated and determined to heal. We have relied on her for some very difficult health issues with one of my children and she has been a great caregiver and advocate.