Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments & educational therapy
Christina M. Young , PhD Neuropsychologist, PSY 28151
Serving children, adolescents, and young adults.
Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments & educational therapy
Christina M. Young, PhD, Neuropsychologist, PSY 28151
Serving children, adolescents, and young adults.
Services we provide
We serve neurodiverse children, adolescents, and young adults through expert assessment and intervention.
Neuropsychological Assessment
Provides detailed, quantitative information about your child's cognitive, academic, and social-emotional functioning. This allows for a personalized support plan.Educational Therapy
Employs evidence-based, multi-sensory interventions to effectively strengthen academic skills for children with learning differences.Executive Functioning Coaching
Helps students independently use strategies, systems, and technology to effectively address challenges with starting and finishing projects, managing time, and juggling multiple tasks.Training & Equitable Access (TEA) Clinic
Aims to increase access to comprehensive, high-quality evaluations and to provide excellent training to aspiring neuropsychologists. The clinic serves youth with complex medical conditions with MediCal insurance.Why assess?
Assessment can provide insight into your child’s unique profile of gifts and growth areas. Below are some reasons why you might consider a neuropsychological assessment for your child:
Diagnostic clarification of neurodevelopmental differences such as dyslexia, ADHD, or autism
Identify emotional disorders such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD
Monitor recovery and development following concussion, head injury, brain surgery, or chemotherapy
To help formulate an effective learning plan or IEP for a child with learning differences or emotional challenges
To determine if your child is eligible for accommodations on standardized tests such as the ERB, SAT, or GRE
Meet Dr. Young
Dr. Young has been providing neuropsychological evaluations to children, adolescents, and young adults since 2009. She is passionate about equipping youth and their families with strategic, individualized treatment plans that capitalize on strengths and enhance areas of growth.
Her areas of expertise include learning differences, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and mood/anxiety disorders, as well as medical conditions including epilepsy, brain tumor, cerebral palsy, perinatal stroke, concussion, genetic disorders, and traumatic brain injury.
Dr. Young earned a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. She completed her postdoctoral training in neuropsychology at the UCLA Semel Institute. Dr. Young also supervises psychology interns at UCSF San Francisco General Hospital.
Other Resources
Here are some favorite resources about parenting, neurodivergence, and learning differences recommended by Dr. Young and Ms. Scholer.
The Family Online Safety Institute’s Good Digital Parenting
Resource provides parents with the tools they need to confidently navigate the online world with their families. 
Mental Health Learning Hub Video Playlist
Resource for parents on how to support your child’s mental health and general wellbeing through physical activity, sleep, and nutrition.
Online Classes For Parents, Therapists, and Educators
Work with an instructor and learn support strategies that foster a child's ability to connect, co-regulate and grow.