Testing and Evaluation Therapists in South San Francisco, CA
The issues on spirituality, mental health and psychology are part of my practice and interests. The frames I use are Psychodynamic and Tibetan Buddhism. How to overcome psychological conditioning and personal narratives that are too extreme and unrealistic. Many times some people find themselves in situations that aggravate their emotional pain, no way out but rather than look inside of themselves look out there, hoping that their live will change.
The issues on spirituality, mental health and psychology are part of my practice and interests. The frames I use are Psychodynamic and Tibetan Buddhism. How to overcome psychological conditioning and personal narratives that are too extreme and unrealistic. Many times some people find themselves in situations that aggravate their emotional pain, no way out but rather than look inside of themselves look out there, hoping that their live will change.
Patricia Pike, CEO of CanAm Interventions, is one of the most trusted licensed interventionists and addiction specialists in the U.S. With over 20 years of experience in behavioral health, complex mental health, and family support, she brings deep compassion and proven expertise to every client interaction. Her approach is also deeply personal—rooted in her own journey of long-term recovery.
Patricia is dedicated to helping individuals and families heal from the effects of addiction and mental health challenges. She believes that every connection happens for a reason, and she meets each client with purpose, respect, and compassion
Patricia Pike, CEO of CanAm Interventions, is one of the most trusted licensed interventionists and addiction specialists in the U.S. With over 20 years of experience in behavioral health, complex mental health, and family support, she brings deep compassion and proven expertise to every client interaction. Her approach is also deeply personal—rooted in her own journey of long-term recovery.
Patricia is dedicated to helping individuals and families heal from the effects of addiction and mental health challenges. She believes that every connection happens for a reason, and she meets each client with purpose, respect, and compassion
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty-five years of psychotherapy experience. I've come to view what I do as a unique and specialized form of education. I "teach" not so much by telling people what to do (although good advice can sometimes be very useful), but by offering supportive, empathic and honest feedback. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty-five years of psychotherapy experience. I've come to view what I do as a unique and specialized form of education. I "teach" not so much by telling people what to do (although good advice can sometimes be very useful), but by offering supportive, empathic and honest feedback. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief.
Her approach is person-centered, which means that she takes pride in understanding clients’ specific goals so that test results and recommendations from the neuropsychological evaluation can be applied in more meaningful ways.
Dr. Lau specializes in providing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to adolescents and adults.
Her approach is person-centered, which means that she takes pride in understanding clients’ specific goals so that test results and recommendations from the neuropsychological evaluation can be applied in more meaningful ways.
Dr. Lau specializes in providing comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations to adolescents and adults.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure how to support your child through a tough time? Whether you’re navigating parenting challenges, school struggles, or your own mental health, you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm and collaborative space to support children, teens, and families — with a special focus on neurodiverse children, anxiety, and trauma. I also work closely with monolingual Spanish-speaking families to ensure care is accessible, respectful, and empowering.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure how to support your child through a tough time? Whether you’re navigating parenting challenges, school struggles, or your own mental health, you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm and collaborative space to support children, teens, and families — with a special focus on neurodiverse children, anxiety, and trauma. I also work closely with monolingual Spanish-speaking families to ensure care is accessible, respectful, and empowering.
In therapy, establishing a strong rapport and a collaborative relationship with you is central to my approach, because it is ultimately you who holds the essential knowledge of Self. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief. With support, compassion, and curiosity, you can begin to expand a self-awareness that will help you live authentically.
In therapy, establishing a strong rapport and a collaborative relationship with you is central to my approach, because it is ultimately you who holds the essential knowledge of Self. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief. With support, compassion, and curiosity, you can begin to expand a self-awareness that will help you live authentically.
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Everyone goes through a hardship or transition in their lives and find themselves lost in the process. My work is based on the belief that people are influenced by a variety of factors including families, peers, culture and unique life experiences. My commitment is to provide a collaborative and supportive environment to explore your life circumstances and help you find solutions that feel right to you.
Some of my specialties is working with clients with trauma history, ADHD, low self esteem, depression and anxiety. I also really enjoy working with couples that want to improve their communication and understanding of each other.
Everyone goes through a hardship or transition in their lives and find themselves lost in the process. My work is based on the belief that people are influenced by a variety of factors including families, peers, culture and unique life experiences. My commitment is to provide a collaborative and supportive environment to explore your life circumstances and help you find solutions that feel right to you.
Some of my specialties is working with clients with trauma history, ADHD, low self esteem, depression and anxiety. I also really enjoy working with couples that want to improve their communication and understanding of each other.
Is trauma, or emotional stress interfering with your well-being? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer personalized, evidence-based therapy to help you heal, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence.
I specialize in trauma treatment using EMDR, along with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and CBT to address anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My approach is client-centered, and grounded in proven evidence practices.
I also offer executive coaching for professionals navigating burnout, leadership stress, or transitions drawing on my doctorate in organizational psychology.
Is trauma, or emotional stress interfering with your well-being? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer personalized, evidence-based therapy to help you heal, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence.
I specialize in trauma treatment using EMDR, along with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and CBT to address anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My approach is client-centered, and grounded in proven evidence practices.
I also offer executive coaching for professionals navigating burnout, leadership stress, or transitions drawing on my doctorate in organizational psychology.
I am the psychologist for people who do not have time to fall apart. My clients are high-achieving adults and C-suite leaders who are excelling on the outside and quietly eroding on the inside. They come in navigating burnout, identity strain, decision fatigue, and major life transitions. They are not broken. They are carrying an enormous amount at the highest level, and something needs to shift. Together we move beyond surviving success to sustaining it, restoring internal direction, clarity, and aligned forward movement.
I am the psychologist for people who do not have time to fall apart. My clients are high-achieving adults and C-suite leaders who are excelling on the outside and quietly eroding on the inside. They come in navigating burnout, identity strain, decision fatigue, and major life transitions. They are not broken. They are carrying an enormous amount at the highest level, and something needs to shift. Together we move beyond surviving success to sustaining it, restoring internal direction, clarity, and aligned forward movement.
I'm a bilingual Chinese-speaking psychologist specializing in chronic stress, complex trauma, chronic pain and an assistant clinical professor at UCSF Center for Pain Medicine.
Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals, engineers, creatives, or immigrants who are capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. Some are highly sensitive and experience stress deeply in their bodies, through anxiety, insomnia, burnout, or unexplained physical symptoms. Others carry the impact of childhood or relational trauma. They want relief from constant pressure, better sleep, and a way to feel grounded without losing their drive.
I'm a bilingual Chinese-speaking psychologist specializing in chronic stress, complex trauma, chronic pain and an assistant clinical professor at UCSF Center for Pain Medicine.
Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals, engineers, creatives, or immigrants who are capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed internally. Some are highly sensitive and experience stress deeply in their bodies, through anxiety, insomnia, burnout, or unexplained physical symptoms. Others carry the impact of childhood or relational trauma. They want relief from constant pressure, better sleep, and a way to feel grounded without losing their drive.
Being a psychotherapist means being available to you in a way that is different to other forms of human relatedness. It means I listen to the painful events and relationships troubling you in your life and open a conversation about them between us. This conversation is private and confidential, yet allows for the most honest and accessible way to both explore and understand your reactions and feelings. Although the foundation of my knowledge lies in the psychoanalytic tradition, I incorporate contemporary knowledge and methods that have developed since Sigmund Freud's first discoveries at the end of the 19th century.
Being a psychotherapist means being available to you in a way that is different to other forms of human relatedness. It means I listen to the painful events and relationships troubling you in your life and open a conversation about them between us. This conversation is private and confidential, yet allows for the most honest and accessible way to both explore and understand your reactions and feelings. Although the foundation of my knowledge lies in the psychoanalytic tradition, I incorporate contemporary knowledge and methods that have developed since Sigmund Freud's first discoveries at the end of the 19th century.
Many people with ADHD or ASD seek assessment with me because they or their children struggle to maintain relationships, perform up to their potential at work or school, or parent in a confident and secure way. I help you to identify if ADHD or other forms of neurodiversity are the source of the challenges, frustration, or pain you and/or your child may be experiencing and I can support you in overcoming the obstacles you're facing. I use research-validated clinical tools to conduct thorough neuropsychological assessments. Please note: at this time I am not providing therapy or coaching; I only do assessments.
Many people with ADHD or ASD seek assessment with me because they or their children struggle to maintain relationships, perform up to their potential at work or school, or parent in a confident and secure way. I help you to identify if ADHD or other forms of neurodiversity are the source of the challenges, frustration, or pain you and/or your child may be experiencing and I can support you in overcoming the obstacles you're facing. I use research-validated clinical tools to conduct thorough neuropsychological assessments. Please note: at this time I am not providing therapy or coaching; I only do assessments.
Life is messy. As we all navigate it the best we can, a lot of us find survival strategies that make sense at the time but don’t serve us in the long run. If you or your child are having trouble in relationships, feeling consistently down or anxious, or finding yourself stuck in painful past experiences, therapy can help identify patterns that don’t serve you and build practices that enable you to thrive.
Life is messy. As we all navigate it the best we can, a lot of us find survival strategies that make sense at the time but don’t serve us in the long run. If you or your child are having trouble in relationships, feeling consistently down or anxious, or finding yourself stuck in painful past experiences, therapy can help identify patterns that don’t serve you and build practices that enable you to thrive.
I also provide psychoeducational and psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disorders, executive functioning challenges, and emotional concerns.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling to identify or make progress toward goals, or constantly fighting with critical self-talk? Are difficulties with executive functioning, motivation, or attention keeping you from reaching your potential and showing up in the way you want to with others? Are anxious thoughts or feelings getting in the way of the life you want for yourself? I help clients identify what matters most to them and support them along their path toward making intentional and meaningful changes.
I also provide psychoeducational and psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disorders, executive functioning challenges, and emotional concerns.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling to identify or make progress toward goals, or constantly fighting with critical self-talk? Are difficulties with executive functioning, motivation, or attention keeping you from reaching your potential and showing up in the way you want to with others? Are anxious thoughts or feelings getting in the way of the life you want for yourself? I help clients identify what matters most to them and support them along their path toward making intentional and meaningful changes.
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Additionally, I specialize in psychological and/or neuropsychological testing for ADHD, cognitive and intelligence testing, autism spectrum disorders, social and emotional functioning.
Hello and welcome. Receiving behavioral health support can offer a safe and validating space to navigate through some of life's challenges. My approach is supportive, evidence-based, integrative, culturally-informed, collaborative, and respectful. I use my passion, advocacy, and expertise to provide my clients with the language and safety to discuss mental health struggles to foster a meaningful life. I look forward to working with and supporting you in your mental and emotional health journey.
Additionally, I specialize in psychological and/or neuropsychological testing for ADHD, cognitive and intelligence testing, autism spectrum disorders, social and emotional functioning.
Hello and welcome. Receiving behavioral health support can offer a safe and validating space to navigate through some of life's challenges. My approach is supportive, evidence-based, integrative, culturally-informed, collaborative, and respectful. I use my passion, advocacy, and expertise to provide my clients with the language and safety to discuss mental health struggles to foster a meaningful life. I look forward to working with and supporting you in your mental and emotional health journey.
Struggling with ADHD? Whether you're agonizing over an unruly teenager, family chaos or fighting with your spouse, I can help you overcome communication barriers, resolve disagreements and make a plan for success. Folks with ADHD can feel disorganized, forgetful and frustrated that you just can't get things right or focus long enough to finish tasks. Or maybe your child or teen is acting out, doing poorly in school and you just can't seem to get through to them. If you are struggling with these executive functioning issues, there are tools and ways to improve your (or your child's) functioning.
Struggling with ADHD? Whether you're agonizing over an unruly teenager, family chaos or fighting with your spouse, I can help you overcome communication barriers, resolve disagreements and make a plan for success. Folks with ADHD can feel disorganized, forgetful and frustrated that you just can't get things right or focus long enough to finish tasks. Or maybe your child or teen is acting out, doing poorly in school and you just can't seem to get through to them. If you are struggling with these executive functioning issues, there are tools and ways to improve your (or your child's) functioning.
We use testing to see how your body responds, then cater your training based on your individual body and brain.
When someone first comes in, we like to start with doing assessments to see where we are starting. This almost always includes what is called a qEEG, or a brain map. This is a 30-minute session that allows us to see how your brain is communicating with different parts and what is happening on the neural level. From here we can come up with your training.
We use testing to see how your body responds, then cater your training based on your individual body and brain.
When someone first comes in, we like to start with doing assessments to see where we are starting. This almost always includes what is called a qEEG, or a brain map. This is a 30-minute session that allows us to see how your brain is communicating with different parts and what is happening on the neural level. From here we can come up with your training.
I provide Telehealth therapy throughout California but primarily to residents in the Bay Area where I reside. In addition to my private practice, I hold a Clinical Professorship at Stanford University where I’m able to wear research, teaching, and supervisory hats. My approach to therapy is personalized integrating information about your unique circumstances with my training to deliver evidence-based practice. I provide trauma-informed individual and couple-based therapy for various issues including eating disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, obsessive and compulsive disorder, transitions, & relationship concerns.
I provide Telehealth therapy throughout California but primarily to residents in the Bay Area where I reside. In addition to my private practice, I hold a Clinical Professorship at Stanford University where I’m able to wear research, teaching, and supervisory hats. My approach to therapy is personalized integrating information about your unique circumstances with my training to deliver evidence-based practice. I provide trauma-informed individual and couple-based therapy for various issues including eating disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, obsessive and compulsive disorder, transitions, & relationship concerns.
Many of our clients are professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of an in home Detox plan. Personalized Recovery offers an affordable alternative to inpatient treatment with upscale amenities. Our treatment team always maintains your confidentiality while keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible. We want to help you heal from addiction and find your passion for Life again.
Many of our clients are professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of an in home Detox plan. Personalized Recovery offers an affordable alternative to inpatient treatment with upscale amenities. Our treatment team always maintains your confidentiality while keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible. We want to help you heal from addiction and find your passion for Life again.
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Testing and Evaluation Therapists
What is a psychological evaluation?
A psychological evaluation is a test or assessment most commonly administered by a trained psychologist that is intended to be used in the diagnosis of specific psychological conditions, such as ADHD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dementia or Alzheimer's, and learning disabilities. Psychological evaluations can help inform future treatment decisions and help direct clients to professionals and resources that may be most helpful, such as potential therapy options or additional school supports.
Can psychological evaluations be done on individuals of any age group?
Psychological evaluations are conducted on individuals of all ages and can be beneficial to individuals across the lifespan. However, specific types of evaluations may be most frequently conducted on individuals of certain age groups. For instance, ADHD or learning disability testing is often conducted in children ages 4-12--the period of time when ADHD symptoms most commonly emerge. In contrast, cognitive functioning assessments, such as those conducted to diagnose dementia, are most commonly conducted in elderly individuals. Clients should ensure that the psychologist they are seeing has specific expertise in conducting evaluations in their age group to ensure they receive a correct diagnosis.
How long does a psychological evaluation take?
Psychological evaluations vary in length depending on the test being administered and the goals of the evaluation; however, most evaluations are 2-4 hours in length. Some evaluations may take as long as 8 hours but can often be spread across multiple days. In some cases, clients will also attend an intake session or interview, which can help the psychologist assess client functioning outside of the testing environment.
How should I prepare for a psychological test and evaluation?
Individuals do not need to prepare for psychological tests or evaluations in most cases, as they are intended to measure a client's baseline psychological status without test-specific preparation. However, clients may want to brainstorm a list of questions for their psychologist about any tests they are receiving prior to the assessment, including what potential outcomes may mean for what next steps the client should take.