Intellectual Disability Therapists in Encino, CA
Rebecca Pasternak
Licensed Educational Psychologist, EdM, NCSP, LEP
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
I provide individual counseling with students from elementary school through college to help provide tools and coping skills for success. I also conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify a student's barrier to school success, both academically, and social-emotionally. Any learning, behavioral, or mental health disorders are identified, including ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability. I also provide Gifted testing.
I provide individual counseling with students from elementary school through college to help provide tools and coping skills for success. I also conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify a student's barrier to school success, both academically, and social-emotionally. Any learning, behavioral, or mental health disorders are identified, including ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability. I also provide Gifted testing.
Elizabeth Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
You matter, you are important! Let me help you discover ways you can help yourself get to where you want to be in life. Whether you are dealing with everyday stress or need to work through complicated situations, there are always options we can explore. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families dealing with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, post incarceration/reentry into the community, and immigrants struggling with acculturation and generation gap issues.
You matter, you are important! Let me help you discover ways you can help yourself get to where you want to be in life. Whether you are dealing with everyday stress or need to work through complicated situations, there are always options we can explore. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families dealing with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, post incarceration/reentry into the community, and immigrants struggling with acculturation and generation gap issues.
In today's world, parents worry about their child's ability to be successful in social situations. With the addition of video gaming and social media platforms, children do not have the same access to in-person social interactions. Due to this current phenomenon, many children lack the necessary skills to be successful when interacting with their peer group. Many children suffer from issues such as social isolation, lack of confidence in their social abilities, and fear of rejection. Social Skills Training Academy's goal is to teach children the necessary skills to feel confident and knowledgeable in their social world.
In today's world, parents worry about their child's ability to be successful in social situations. With the addition of video gaming and social media platforms, children do not have the same access to in-person social interactions. Due to this current phenomenon, many children lack the necessary skills to be successful when interacting with their peer group. Many children suffer from issues such as social isolation, lack of confidence in their social abilities, and fear of rejection. Social Skills Training Academy's goal is to teach children the necessary skills to feel confident and knowledgeable in their social world.
Willowbrooks Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BCBA-D, LEP
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436 (Online Only)
I am a licensed educational psychologist (LEP), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), and a board-certified behavioral analyst – doctorate level (BCBA-D). I have 30 years of experience working with families, children and adolescents in out-patient treatment. I place importance on accountability in my therapeutic methods and my approach to therapy is direct but nonjudgmental and gentle. I am empathetic and offer a supporting and nurturing environment, and strive to provide thoughtful feedback in a respectful and supportive manner.
I am a licensed educational psychologist (LEP), a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), and a board-certified behavioral analyst – doctorate level (BCBA-D). I have 30 years of experience working with families, children and adolescents in out-patient treatment. I place importance on accountability in my therapeutic methods and my approach to therapy is direct but nonjudgmental and gentle. I am empathetic and offer a supporting and nurturing environment, and strive to provide thoughtful feedback in a respectful and supportive manner.
Jennifer Lynn Ray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316
Our only job as parents is to make sure that our children are provided with all they need to achieve their dreams and become successful human beings. Sometimes what they need spans far beyond basic necessity and digs deep into emotional and mental well-being. In my practice, I work collaboratively with children and their families to help identify and solve challenges or obstacles that get in the way of achieving life's aspirations and feelings of happiness. The beauty is that children's minds are malleable, helping them to discover who they are through their inner strength is the greatest gift one can take away from therapy.
Our only job as parents is to make sure that our children are provided with all they need to achieve their dreams and become successful human beings. Sometimes what they need spans far beyond basic necessity and digs deep into emotional and mental well-being. In my practice, I work collaboratively with children and their families to help identify and solve challenges or obstacles that get in the way of achieving life's aspirations and feelings of happiness. The beauty is that children's minds are malleable, helping them to discover who they are through their inner strength is the greatest gift one can take away from therapy.
I provide therapy services to children, adults, couples and families on a sliding scale fee. Additionally, I take victims of crime and Medical Insurance. I am able to offer guidance with presenting challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, defiance, academic underachievement, autism, parent/child conflicts, loss, and relationship issues. I have over 12 years experience working with children, adolescents and young adults with severe emotional and behavioral challenges who are wards of the court. Services are offered in English and Spanish.
I provide therapy services to children, adults, couples and families on a sliding scale fee. Additionally, I take victims of crime and Medical Insurance. I am able to offer guidance with presenting challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, defiance, academic underachievement, autism, parent/child conflicts, loss, and relationship issues. I have over 12 years experience working with children, adolescents and young adults with severe emotional and behavioral challenges who are wards of the court. Services are offered in English and Spanish.
In many situations, family members or individuals become concerned about a loved one's or their own development or mental health. My practice, Achieving Milestones & Progress (A.M.P.) Autism, helps families or individuals to understand and improve their loved one's or their own developmental or psychiatric needs through comprehensive evaluations and/or treatments. In doing so, it is hoped that individuals of all ages and functioning levels can reach their full potentials and continue to make progress and grow throughout the lifespan. Families will also be better equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to facilitate that process.
In many situations, family members or individuals become concerned about a loved one's or their own development or mental health. My practice, Achieving Milestones & Progress (A.M.P.) Autism, helps families or individuals to understand and improve their loved one's or their own developmental or psychiatric needs through comprehensive evaluations and/or treatments. In doing so, it is hoped that individuals of all ages and functioning levels can reach their full potentials and continue to make progress and grow throughout the lifespan. Families will also be better equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to facilitate that process.
I am passionate about providing the highest quality assessment services for children and adults. My expertise has been cultivated through my assessment research studies, training, and treatment of disabilities and psychological conditions. My assessment services include neuropsychological, psycho-educational, and psychological testing. I also conduct med-legal, immigration, adoption, and forensic examinations. Treatment includes parenting support and ADHD/LD treatment. I guide individuals in building functional skills to cope with challenges that interfere with effective functioning. ADHD therapy provides support, structure, feedback, and the development of skills to increase self-awareness, independence, improve concentration, time-management, planning and organization skills.
I am passionate about providing the highest quality assessment services for children and adults. My expertise has been cultivated through my assessment research studies, training, and treatment of disabilities and psychological conditions. My assessment services include neuropsychological, psycho-educational, and psychological testing. I also conduct med-legal, immigration, adoption, and forensic examinations. Treatment includes parenting support and ADHD/LD treatment. I guide individuals in building functional skills to cope with challenges that interfere with effective functioning. ADHD therapy provides support, structure, feedback, and the development of skills to increase self-awareness, independence, improve concentration, time-management, planning and organization skills.
West Valley Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
West Valley Counseling Center (WVCC) offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and services to bring affordable mental health services to the San Fernando Valley. WVCC is a non-profit community mental health center that has been serving the Greater Los Angeles region for well over a decade. Our qualified therapists work with individuals, relationships, traditional families, and non-traditional families to help ease life's burdens and to provide specialty services.
West Valley Counseling Center (WVCC) offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and services to bring affordable mental health services to the San Fernando Valley. WVCC is a non-profit community mental health center that has been serving the Greater Los Angeles region for well over a decade. Our qualified therapists work with individuals, relationships, traditional families, and non-traditional families to help ease life's burdens and to provide specialty services.
We only know what we know, no shame in not knowing what we don’t. Consider it a privilege to accompany you on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Therapy shouldn't have to be complicated or intimidating. I work with a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach reducing your distress and symptoms and build your strength and resilience. I'm a lmft with over 35 years experience. My style is interactive, direct, and supportive. I focus on the here-and-now but recognize that one's past impacts choices, feelings, and behaviors in the present. I hope you find therapy with me to be a safe, nurturing, productive experience.
We only know what we know, no shame in not knowing what we don’t. Consider it a privilege to accompany you on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Therapy shouldn't have to be complicated or intimidating. I work with a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach reducing your distress and symptoms and build your strength and resilience. I'm a lmft with over 35 years experience. My style is interactive, direct, and supportive. I focus on the here-and-now but recognize that one's past impacts choices, feelings, and behaviors in the present. I hope you find therapy with me to be a safe, nurturing, productive experience.
Jill specializes in the treatment of adults going through major life transitions, including post high-school or college experiences, job or career moves, or relational changes. Jill treats mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and works extensively with neurodivergent populations. This includes those with ADHD and related attentional challenges, as well as other Learning Differences and Spectrum Disorders.
Jill specializes in the treatment of adults going through major life transitions, including post high-school or college experiences, job or career moves, or relational changes. Jill treats mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and works extensively with neurodivergent populations. This includes those with ADHD and related attentional challenges, as well as other Learning Differences and Spectrum Disorders.
Royce Goldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, Ed, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
Waitlist for new clients
I work with school age children to adolescents who have special behavioral or learning needs. I focus on providing support to the entire family encompassing the child, parents and siblings. I provide family counseling, parenting skills coaching, and social skills training within the context of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Polyvagal Theory. I help with the initial trauma of a child's diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder or a Specific Learning Disability. I support a family on their journey from initial diagnosis to accessing resources and programs for their child.
I work with school age children to adolescents who have special behavioral or learning needs. I focus on providing support to the entire family encompassing the child, parents and siblings. I provide family counseling, parenting skills coaching, and social skills training within the context of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Polyvagal Theory. I help with the initial trauma of a child's diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder or a Specific Learning Disability. I support a family on their journey from initial diagnosis to accessing resources and programs for their child.
As a Clinical-Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Mike Mackie is able to tailor his approach in order to meet both your clinical and legal needs. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mike teaches young adults and aspiring professionals how to manage the struggles of finding their best self. Amidst a world that sometimes appears to only demand excellence and perfection, Mike assists clients in making realistic, incremental changes in order to achieve success. Additionally, years of experience with addiction treatment offer Dr. Mackie the insight and flexibility to work with those struggling with their drug and alcohol use.
As a Clinical-Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Mike Mackie is able to tailor his approach in order to meet both your clinical and legal needs. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mike teaches young adults and aspiring professionals how to manage the struggles of finding their best self. Amidst a world that sometimes appears to only demand excellence and perfection, Mike assists clients in making realistic, incremental changes in order to achieve success. Additionally, years of experience with addiction treatment offer Dr. Mackie the insight and flexibility to work with those struggling with their drug and alcohol use.
Daria Zielinska
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316 (Online Only)
Once Self-Discovery has taken place, through a process of inner work, the goal is to become an authentic, conscientious, and self-aware individual which leads to more positive behavior and breaking the cycle of habitually negative results. You'll be able to address issues involving communication with others, personality disorders, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and spiritual experiences.
Once Self-Discovery has taken place, through a process of inner work, the goal is to become an authentic, conscientious, and self-aware individual which leads to more positive behavior and breaking the cycle of habitually negative results. You'll be able to address issues involving communication with others, personality disorders, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and spiritual experiences.
Katie Sanford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Have you "always been a worrier?" Are your thoughts racing, spiraling you into despair? Do people keep telling you to stop worrying but you can't? Are you thinking the worst case scenario right now?" You may be having difficulty sleeping, be short on patience, or snapping at people you love. If you are nervous right now because too many things on this list remind you, you may be struggling with anxiety. If your worrying is causing you to enjoy life less or is keeping you from getting things done, I would love to help.
Have you "always been a worrier?" Are your thoughts racing, spiraling you into despair? Do people keep telling you to stop worrying but you can't? Are you thinking the worst case scenario right now?" You may be having difficulty sleeping, be short on patience, or snapping at people you love. If you are nervous right now because too many things on this list remind you, you may be struggling with anxiety. If your worrying is causing you to enjoy life less or is keeping you from getting things done, I would love to help.
In my practice, I strive to give you the best opportunity at self-reflection and growth. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with mood disorders and cognitive disabilities. I work with my clients to understand their stressors that come from living day to day life, fearing the unknown and not knowing the tools to curb emotional distress. I additionally specialize in working with trauma victims through EMDR therapy. With my experience in residential and lower levels of care, as well as group therapy settings, I strive to meet you where you are at therapeutically.
In my practice, I strive to give you the best opportunity at self-reflection and growth. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults who are struggling with mood disorders and cognitive disabilities. I work with my clients to understand their stressors that come from living day to day life, fearing the unknown and not knowing the tools to curb emotional distress. I additionally specialize in working with trauma victims through EMDR therapy. With my experience in residential and lower levels of care, as well as group therapy settings, I strive to meet you where you are at therapeutically.
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Alanna Dantona-Sherer [Psychological Testing]
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316
I am a psychologist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who specializes in working with infants, children, adolescents, and their families. I earned my doctoral degree in Developmental Psychology at Claremont Graduate University. My predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships were completed at Claremont McKenna College and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, respectively. My experience includes administering comprehensive evaluations for infants and young children, providing behavioral therapy, delivering caregiver support, and conducting research.
I am a psychologist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who specializes in working with infants, children, adolescents, and their families. I earned my doctoral degree in Developmental Psychology at Claremont Graduate University. My predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships were completed at Claremont McKenna College and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, respectively. My experience includes administering comprehensive evaluations for infants and young children, providing behavioral therapy, delivering caregiver support, and conducting research.
Alanna Dantona-Sherer
Psychological Associate, PhD, BCBA
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316
I am a psychologist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who specializes in working with infants, children, adolescents, and their families. I earned my doctoral degree in Developmental Psychology at Claremont Graduate University. My predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships were completed at Claremont McKenna College and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, respectively. My experience includes administering comprehensive evaluations for infants and young children, providing behavioral therapy, delivering caregiver support, and conducting research.
I am a psychologist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who specializes in working with infants, children, adolescents, and their families. I earned my doctoral degree in Developmental Psychology at Claremont Graduate University. My predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships were completed at Claremont McKenna College and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego, respectively. My experience includes administering comprehensive evaluations for infants and young children, providing behavioral therapy, delivering caregiver support, and conducting research.
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Julissa Cortes [Psychological Testing]
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Lifespan who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive psychological testing. I received my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University, and completed an APA predoctoral internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Throughout my graduate training and post-doctoral training, I have worked in hospitals, schools, community mental health, and outpatient clinic settings.
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