Testing and Evaluation Therapists in San Pedro, CA

As a psychologist, I allow the space for individuals to gain insight and growth in their lives that help them reach their goals and aspirations. We all encounter challenges, whether it be someone suffering from anxiety and depression, a family who just found out their child has a medical issue, a child with fears, or a teen who has been bullied. During these unfortunate times what is needed is someone to connect with and help you out of this dark cave of distress. One of my greatest strengths has been the ability to connect with others and reveal the ways through this emotional distress.

Life is filled with ups and downs and sometimes we need some help navigating through it all. Be it a life transition, a loss of a loved one, or a past trauma you want to move forward from, these are events that can make us feel stagnate or even hopeless. This is where therapy can help support you through and I would like to aid you on that journey! My goal is to instill hope and motivation to make the changes in your life that may be keeping you from true happiness.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides neuropsychological assessments (ages 2:6 years through adult), counseling (ages 12 through adult), and psychotherapy (ages 12 through adult) to children, teens, families, couples, and adults. Those I work with are often experiencing problems academically, behavioral, socially; and/or experiencing anxiety or depression. Testing is often utilized to provide diagnostic information to guide treatment and services. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are gifted or 2e, am a Certified Autism Specialist through IBCCES, as well as certified PDA Level 3.

As a Licensed Educational Psychologist, I'm able to work with children, teenagers, and adults in different capacities. My focus is conducting psychological-educational evaluations and Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) to provide parents, teachers, administrators, tutors, and students with an in-depth insight into the student's strengths and weaknesses in the areas of intelligence, processing, academics, and social-emotional/behavioral skills.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.

Looking closer at what is causing us distress can feel scary or overwhelming. I believe we all have the capacity to change and grow if provided with the right support and tools. I am able to offer evidenced based and solution focused treatment. Whether you are having difficulty in your job, in school, in your relationship, or with friends and family, we can work together to come up with solutions that are right for you. I can teach you skills to manage your daily struggles. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming place for clients of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Welcome! As a licensed psychologist, certified perinatal mental health provider, and specialist in infant/early childhood mental health, I enjoy helping families and children from birth through the elementary school years. I specialize in parent-child relational challenges, anxiety, behavior problems, postpartum depression/anxiety/adjustment, and testing and evaluation.

I conduct psychological testing for a variety of purposes, including forensic evaluations and expert witness work, neuropsychological evaluations to assess cognitive functioning and damage from brain injury, and psychoeducational evaluations to examine whether learning disorders exist.These evaluations conclude with detailed written reports use for diagnosis/treatment planning, individualized educational plans (IEP), and criminal and civil courtroom cases including fitness for duty, workers' compensation, harassment issues, ability to parent, and professional board licensing disputes. In all evaluations. I utilize Best Practices and empirically proven instruments, and provide recommendations based on the testing results.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.

Are you wondering… Why your child doesn’t talk much or seems to be quiet all the time? Why your child likes to be alone or has a hard time with friendships? Why your child does the same thing over and over again? Why your child insists on sticking to routines? If you have considered these questions, I have answers. As a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), I have specific expertise in evaluation of neurodevelopmental disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and Disabilities (ID).

With over 20 years of experience in providing comprehensive psychological assessments, Psychological Assessment Services specializes in assessing (ADHD) attention and concentration difficulties, cognitive functioning and identifying Dyslexia or other learning disabilities that may result in behavioral learning or social issues. We also perform pre-adoption evaluations, competency evaluations and pre-surgical evaluations. Psychodiagnostic testing can distinguish the psychological contributions to behavior that may confound accurate diagnosis and treatment. I can provide expert court testimony and workers comp evaluations.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.

Have the effects on the pandemic caused you a great deal of anxiety, depression, or the inability to focus? Is it becoming more difficult to do daily tasks that interfere with your career or education? I can help you! My name is Alejandro Quirarte and I am a licensed educational psychologist. My goals are to provide comprehensive support and services to children, adolescents, and adults. My services are geared towards educationally related difficulties that can be improved through evidence based and best practice. I strive to treat every individual with respect and compassion.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.