I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (1991) from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and San Diego State University (SDSU) Joint Doctoral Program. I subsequently completed post-doctoral training at UCSD in neuropsychological functioning among adolescent substance abusers.

Following my post-doctoral training, I worked as the National Director of Therapeutic Foster Care for Father Flanagan's Boys' Home (based in Boys Town, Nebraska). I was responsible for overall program integrity, staff and Therapeutic Foster Parent training, and clinical services. I subsequently served as Residential Program Director for Boys Town of Southern California, overseeing a youth emergency shelter and therapeutic group homes for children and teens.

Since 1999 I have maintained a part-time private practice, specializing in cognitive, educational, and psychological assessments for children and adolescents. I can assess a variety of conditions, including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disorders, Disruptive Behavior Disorders, and Affective Disorders. I also work full-time at Serra Catholic School in Rancho Santa Margarita, where I provide counseling, consultation, and assessment services for students and their families.

I am licensed to practice in California (PSY 16181) and Nebraska (389). I am a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), the California Psychological Association (CPA), and an Allied Professional member of the Association of Educational Therapists (AET).
Services
I conduct cognitive, educational, and psychological assessments for children and adolescents
Assessments are tailored to your particular questions or concerns
I provide thorough, understandable reports that identify your child's strengths and needs and include concrete, practical recommendations for how to proceed
Areas of Expertise
Cognitive, educational, and psychological assessments for children and adolescents

Office Information:

Appointments are available on Wednesdays only
I am fee-for-service (I do not bill insurance companies directly, but I provide invoices to parents to submit to their insurance company)
I charge a flat fee for specific evaluations based on very reasonable rates
My fee includes meeting with parents upon request to review the report, clinical impressions, and recommendations