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At the Diagnostic and Counseling Center, we understand that life can be filled with challenges and struggles. Reaching out for guidance and help is one of the best steps you can take towards a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Our team of highly trained and experienced professionals is dedicated to providing high-quality services to individuals, families, and couples.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services designed to support individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are seeking assessment, therapy, or counseling, our team is dedicated to providing personalized and tailored support to meet your unique needs. Our services include:
- Assessment: Our assessment services are designed to help individuals identify and address a wide range of issues, including learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, and other developmental delays. Our assessments are based on empirically based developmental and diagnostic tests that measure multiple levels of domains such as cognition, language development, adaptive skills, executive functioning, and social skills.
- Psychotherapy: Our therapists are trained to work with individuals, couples, and families to address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems. Our therapists use evidence-based treatments and approaches to help individuals develop the skills and strategies needed to overcome their challenges.
- Therapy for Children and Adolescents: We understand that growing up can be challenging, especially in today's world. Our team works with children and adolescents to help them develop the tools and strategies needed to navigate the challenges of childhood and adolescence.
- Couples and Family Therapy: Our therapists work with couples and families to improve communication, develop healthier boundaries, and establish new patterns of interaction.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of highly trained and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality services to individuals, families, and couples. Our team includes:
- Dr. Bahareh Talei: Dr. Talei received her Doctorate of Psychology (Psy. D.) from Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology. She is a licensed psychologist and co-founder of the Diagnostic and Counseling Center.
- Cara Itule, MFT: Cara Itule, MFT received her master's degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University. She specializes in generalized anxiety and mood disorders in children, and also works with adults and adolescents.
- Laura McGovern, AMFT: Laura McGovern, AMFT, is a registered associate marriage and family therapist and registered associate professional clinical counselor. She obtained her master's degree in clinical psychology and has 20 years of experience in child development.
Conclusion
At the Diagnostic and Counseling Center, we are committed to providing high-quality services to individuals, families, and couples. Our team is dedicated to helping individuals overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. We understand that every individual is unique and deserves personalized support. We believe that therapy and counseling can be a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation. We are honored to be a part of your journey and look forward to supporting you on your path to wellness and fulfillment.
Overall Experience with Dr. Talei
The majority of reviewers had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Dr. Talei, praising her expertise, compassion, and bedside manner.
Positive Aspects
Thorough and Accurate Assessments
Reviewers appreciated Dr. Talei's thorough and accurate assessments, which helped them gain a better understanding of their abilities and provided them with effective recommendations for improvement.
Compassionate and Caring
Dr. Talei was consistently described as patient, caring, compassionate, and willing to listen to her patients' concerns.
Experienced and Knowledgeable
Reviewers felt confident in Dr. Talei's expertise and experience in her field, which put them at ease during their interactions with her.
Recommendations and Communication
Dr. Talei's detailed reports and ability to effectively communicate with schools and other professionals were also highlighted as strengths.
Negative Review
Unrelated Complaint
One reviewer, Leroy Johnson, left a 1-star review that was unrelated to Dr. Talei's services, instead expressing frustration about a separate issue involving Dr. Eanani J. D' Angelo and federal education debt.

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