Comprehensive assessments assist in better understanding the causes of difficulties an individual is experiencing, such as difficulties with attention, organization, behavior, learning/academic skills, language, emotional regulation and/or socialization. Assessments help to identify individual's strengths and challenges.
Based on the results, we are provide helpful recommendations for treatment and/or academic accommodations. When the recommended interventions are implemented, individuals experience significant relief from their difficulties and they are able to function optimally in many important life areas (i.e., school, home, work, interpersonal relationships).
Based on the results, we are provide helpful recommendations for treatment and/or academic accommodations. When the recommended interventions are implemented, individuals experience significant relief from their difficulties and they are able to function optimally in many important life areas (i.e., school, home, work, interpersonal relationships).
Services
Dr. Bahador is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY17144) in California with over 25 years of clinical experience. She specializes in conducting psycho-educational, neuropsychological, and intellectual assessments. D. in Clinical Psychology in 1999 from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles (APA approved).
We specialize in comprehensive psycho-educational assessments with children and adolescents. Dr. Bahador and Dr. Daley work very well with children and adolescents, including those with special needs. They offer a safe and supportive environment to make the testing process a positive and engaging experience for children of all ages.
Dr. Bahador and Dr. Daley conduct intellectual assessments (IQ tests) with children (starting at age 4) and adolescents to determine eligibility for admissions to gifted/highly schools and programs. Both Dr. Bahador and Dr. Daley are approved to do IQ testing for The Mirman School for highly gifted children as a part of the application process.
Our assessment of adults include those who were never assessed in childhood or adolescence, but are experiencing difficulties in their school, work and/or interpersonal relationships. Often times, these are very bright individuals who were able to use their intelligence to compensate for some difficulties in childhood, but these issues eventually start interfering with their functioning.
Assessment and treatment planning: Dr. Bahador works with parents to determine the best course of action when a child, adolescent or young adult is struggling at emotionally, socially and/or academically. During one to two parent consultation meetings, she gathers history, assesses the presenting questions and concerns, and guides parents regarding how to address the issues, such as suggestions for specific interventions or an assessment.
Reviews (17)
Nicole B.
Dec 06, 2021
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The most important characteristic about Dr. Bahador is that she is an authentic advocate for children. She genuinely cares about the psychological and intellectual needs of the child and puts an honorable effort into helping parents understand and support their children.
Our child was assessed for a school entrance test and when talking to Dr. Bahador, we felt like we were no longer on an island, not knowing what best course to take for our child's needs and future.
We'll always be grateful to Dr. Bahador and will definitely return to her for any of our child's future pertinent
Our child was assessed for a school entrance test and when talking to Dr. Bahador, we felt like we were no longer on an island, not knowing what best course to take for our child's needs and future.
We'll always be grateful to Dr. Bahador and will definitely return to her for any of our child's future pertinent
Jessica W.
Feb 05, 2021
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We were referred by a friend to Tina Bahador and we are thankful we found her to work with our daughter for an academic assessment. Our daughter readily felt comfortable with us leaving her with Tina, which does not come easily all the time, and our daughter was on the younger side, as a school required the assessment. Our daughter even asked to go back and visit the next day, she had a great time on top of "working/being tested". We felt the outcome made sense based on our personal observations.
Abe M.
Dec 28, 2020
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Dr. Bahador is an amazing psychologist. Her "bedside manner" with children is unbelievable... I was truly shocked how quickly she is able to get kids to settle down and actually enjoy taking assessments.
More than that is the quality of the insights she provides. It's not just "here are the scores" but what they mean in relation to each other and strategies for best helping your child.
More than that is the quality of the insights she provides. It's not just "here are the scores" but what they mean in relation to each other and strategies for best helping your child.
Frank G.
Dec 23, 2020
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I rarely right reviews, but in this unique case, I felt it was warranted. We originally found Dr. Tina Bahador, because she was recommended by a school in Los Angeles, which required IQ testing of our 4 year old son in order to qualify our son for their school. We had major reservations about IQ testing of a 4 year old child, but, like most parents, we wanted to make sure that we didn't drop the ball in keeping different opportunities open for our child. So we decided to schedule the IQ testing with Dr. Bahador about 6 months before the testing took place. During that 6-month down time, our
Jessica S.
Oct 19, 2020
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Dr. Bahador conducted an assessment and IQ test for our four and a half year old daughter. It was required for one of the schools we were applying to, but I am so glad that our family met her and has had the benefit of her advice. She immediately made our daughter feel comfortable and made the testing process not only painless but actually enjoyable for her. She has a warm, friendly and approachable manner.
Her expertise in the area of IQ testing was very evident in the in depth feedback she provided to us. She talked through the results in detail with us so that we understood what they meant
Her expertise in the area of IQ testing was very evident in the in depth feedback she provided to us. She talked through the results in detail with us so that we understood what they meant
Jeffrey B.
Sep 30, 2020
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It has been a pleasure to work with Dr. Bahador.
Dr. Bahador was on the short list of clinicians approved to provide testing for a school application. After reading reviews of all listed I felt most comfortable with the feedback for her.
Her office staff were quick and concise in their response to my inquiry and an appointment quickly set. The details provided in advance of the appointment were absolutely perfect in COVID-19 times. This included "How do we describe to our son what we are doing in a neutral manner?" We arrived feeling properly prepared both mentally and physically for
Dr. Bahador was on the short list of clinicians approved to provide testing for a school application. After reading reviews of all listed I felt most comfortable with the feedback for her.
Her office staff were quick and concise in their response to my inquiry and an appointment quickly set. The details provided in advance of the appointment were absolutely perfect in COVID-19 times. This included "How do we describe to our son what we are doing in a neutral manner?" We arrived feeling properly prepared both mentally and physically for
E. T.
Dec 24, 2019
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Dr. Bahador is a fantastic professional. She administered an IQ test for our ten-year old son. She made him comfortable right away. We almost had to peel him away from Dr. Bahador's office after the exam. The subsequent optional parent-only interview provided us with several insights and facts that were not apparent to us previously. We strongly recommend Dr. Bahador without reservations.
Angel M.
Mar 01, 2019
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We were going to have an IQ test for one of our kids and we found Dr. Bahador listed through approved psychologists for IQ testing at Mirman School, she is in the first one from the list. Dr. Bahador conducted an IQ test for our 9 years and 3 months old son. My son really enjoyed the whole process of IQ test and got wonderful experience. And we continued to have Dr. Bahador to test my 2nd son ( 5.5 year old), my little one got very good experience with the IQ test and enjoyed it very much. Dr. Bahador knows kids very well and has kids to try their best to achieve their potentials. Dr. Bahador also
Jane A.
Dec 11, 2018
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Ms. Bahador conducted an IQ test for our 4.5 year old daughter. Our daughter loved her and enjoyed the meeting with her during which the test was conducted. This is definitely Dr. Bahador's niche and she knows how to make the kids comfortable enough so they can conduct the test in a care-free environment. We promptly received a report two weeks later.
Pauline
Oct 27, 2018
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Hsiu-Yen B.
Jul 05, 2018
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Dr. Bahador is so wonderful. We have worked with Tina a couple times. For some parents this can be a difficult step in understanding how your child learns so you and your school can work out a plan to see your child reach all their academic and social potential. Its a roadmap for your child. Excellent experience.
Monica V.
Nov 26, 2017
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Dr. Bahador administered the WPPSI test to our son. She made him feel comfortable and at ease from the very beginning and he enjoyed the experience. During the parent session one week later, she was very thorough in explaining the results and scoring to us. We found her advice about Kindergarten placement very valuable.
Dr. Bahador is professional, helpful, and patient. We will certainly return to her when it will be time for our younger daughter to take her IQ test.
Dr. Bahador is professional, helpful, and patient. We will certainly return to her when it will be time for our younger daughter to take her IQ test.
M. C.
Sep 29, 2017
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We found Dr. Bahador listed through the approved psychologists for IQ testing at Mirman School. What a wonderful gem! We IQ tested all three of our children. The results that she provided gave us meaningful insights. Her analysis and conclusions helped us better understand our children. She went even further to provide tangible suggestions on how was can better support our kids. Without her analysis and testing results, we would not have taken our child's classroom disruptions as seriously. If we hadn't counseled with Dr. Tina, I don't think that we would have discovered
Nana K.
May 25, 2017
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It has been a pleasure to work with Dr. Bahador on getting my 10 year old daughter's IQ tested. Though her office is 2 hours away, we were willing to take the drive to work with her. Upon sending out an inquiry for testing, Dr. Bahador was quick in not only getting back to us, but on being able to test my daughter right away.
My daughter enjoyed the 45 minute testing process! Dr. Bahador administered the Fifth Edition WISC-V scale for children. A week later, she invited both my husband and I back into her office for a thorough evaluation. She was both very patient and informative with us.
My daughter enjoyed the 45 minute testing process! Dr. Bahador administered the Fifth Edition WISC-V scale for children. A week later, she invited both my husband and I back into her office for a thorough evaluation. She was both very patient and informative with us.
Amanda E.
Feb 13, 2017
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Incredible, brilliant professional! Both of our children were tested by Dr. Bahador, several years apart. Her report, analysis and counseling didn't just help with the children's school application process: they gave us far-reaching insights into our children, the way each of them learns and how we can better support them as they navigate their schooling. We could not be more enthusiastic in our recommendation of Dr. Bahador.
Julia B.
Feb 09, 2017
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We decided to hire Dr. Bahador (Dr. Tina) after interviewing several people. Dr. Tina was thorough with the testing of our child. Her report was so detailed and accurate that it helped us navigate through high school. We were able to receive the services that we needed through high school without issue, as well as testing accommodations that can sometimes be tedious to obtain. The testing also provided insight into which areas we should focus more attention on to create a student success plan. Dr. Tina listened to what we had to say and provided the help we needed in a timely, compassionate
Laura T.
Dec 15, 2016
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Dr. Bahador was one of several doctors I contacted to administer the Weschler IV test to my preschool-aged child. I selected Dr. Bahador because my first impression of her was very positive. She was professional, courteous, and flexible. Not only did she reply promptly to my query email, but she also provided details about the test setting in her office, parking, and gave me several test dates to choose from that would work with my schedule. A later feedback session (scheduled separately, only for parents) was included in the price of the test. At this session, my husband and I gained invaluable
