Where advanced clinical expertise meets thoughtful, child-centered psychological assessment
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We are a child‑centered psychological assessment practice specializing in comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. Led by Dr. Dittu—a clinician with advanced training in child psychology, learning disorders, ADHD, and emotional‑behavioral evaluation—our work is grounded in both clinical expertise and deep compassion for the families we serve. We are dedicated to providing clear answers, evidence‑based insight, and a supportive experience from start to finish.
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We use a holistic, science‑based evaluation process that combines clinical expertise, standardized testing, and individualized insight to provide clear diagnoses and actionable recommendations. Every assessment is tailored to the child, integrating parent input, school feedback, thorough records review, standardized rating scales, and one‑on‑one testing to assess cognitive abilities, attention and executive functioning, academic skills, memory, processing speed, emotional functioning, and social‑emotional well‑being. We deliver precise diagnoses, personalized insights, and actionable recommendations so families walk away with clarity and a clear roadmap forward.
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We work with school-age children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing challenges with learning, attention, behavior, emotional health, or school performance. Families turn to us when navigating questions about ADHD, learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), giftedness and twice‑exceptionality, anxiety, depression, and other complex profiles. Whether your child is struggling to stay focused, falling behind academically, overwhelmed by big emotions, or simply not reaching their potential, we provide the comprehensive answers and support needed to understand what’s going on—and what will help.
About Dr. Dittu
Dr. Dittu is a clinical psychologist specializing in comprehensive psychological, neuropsychological, and psychoeducational assessments for children, teens, and young adults. She is known for providing clear, accurate, and deeply informative evaluations that help families understand their child’s learning profile, cognitive strengths, emotional needs, and areas requiring support.
With advanced expertise in ADHD assessment, learning disability testing (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), gifted and twice‑exceptional evaluations, and child mental‑health assessment, Dr. Dittu offers data‑driven insights that guide effective treatment planning, school accommodations, and targeted interventions.
Dr. Dittu’s approach is grounded in both clinical precision and compassionate care. Before earning her doctorate in clinical psychology, she spent nearly a decade as a child and family therapist, giving her a unique ability to integrate assessment findings with real‑world, therapeutic insight. This combined expertise allows her to translate complex data into practical, actionable recommendations for parents, schools, and treatment providers.
Her work is guided by a simple goal: to empower families with clarity, direction, and a roadmap that helps their child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Professional Training & Credentials
Licensed Psychologist, California Board of Psychology (PSY35286)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, California Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW63288)
PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Reiss‑Davis Graduate School
MSW (Mental Health Concentration), University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychological Assessment, Reiss‑Davis Child Study Center / PEDS Program
Specialized training in child and adolescent psychology, neurodevelopment, and assessment
Our Office
We are conveniently located within Arcade Lane in the Pasadena Playhouse District, between Colorado Boulevard and Green Street. Our boutique office suite is thoughtfully designed and expertly decorated to create a warm and comfortable environment that supports focus and ease throughout the assessment process.
Contact us
Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your questions and determine whether psychological testing is the right next step.