Assessment
Individuals are complex, and the underlying cause of problems is not always clear. Dr. Ermshar & Associates utilizes psychological tests and assessments to understand the nature of a problem and figure out the best way to address it. Assessments can address the nature of emotional difficulties, cognitive problems related to brain functioning, achievement deficits in academic settings, and/or career interests and preferences. Dr. Ermshar and her team provide comprehensive evaluations involving thorough clinical interview, structured diagnostic assessment, collection of collateral information, and interpretation of standardized testing materials. Read more →
Neurocognitive Treatment
Cognitive Retraining and Rehabilitation is an empirically validated treatment that improves cognitive and adaptive functioning for individuals with brain injury or cognitive impairments relating to ADHD, psychiatric illness, Dementia, Stroke, or other neurological disorders. Neurofeedback involves real-time video and sound displays of brain waves, allowing individuals to increase self-regulation and awareness of one’s volitional impact on brain activity. Research indicates Neurofeedback is extremely effective in the treatment of ADHD, addiction, aggression, anxiety, headaches, insomnia, and other disorders. Read more →
Psychotherapy
Quality of life is often compromised by personal, career, and/or relationship challenges and transitions. Symptoms that cause depression, anger, anxiety, and other emotional pain can accompany these problems, often outweighing an individual’s ability to cope and effectively attend to daily roles and responsibilities. Psychotherapy provides a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment where challenges can be addressed to create positive and lasting change. Read more →
Psycholegal
Dr. Ermshar is a board certified Forensic Psychologist who routinely consults with attorneys and courts throughout multiple stages of litigation. In addition, Dr. Ermshar has testified over 100 times in juvenile, superior, and federal court. Using her knowledge of both psychology and law, Dr. Ermshar provides expert testimony to assist the judge and jury in rendering a fair decision. Dr. Ermshar is available to conduct psycholegal evaluations in her office, as well as in jail or prison settings. Read more →
Highlighted Service: Career Testing
Career and vocational testing is designed to assist an individual in identifying interests and preferences. We offer time-limited support services around vocational and career testing, as well as coaching which can include resume building, job search, as well as consideration of individual cognitive strengths and personality profile.
Conditions Treated
- ADHD
- Anxiety Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Brain Injury
- Bipolar Disorders
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Impulse-Control Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
- Medical Conditions with Psychological Complications
- Neurocognitive Problems
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Sexual Disorders
- Substance Abuse and Addiction
- Somatoform Disorders
- Trauma, Abuse and Dissociative Disorders
- Trauma
Dr. Annette Ermshar
Annette Ermshar, Ph.D., MSCP, ABPP is a licensed clinical psychologist, and is licensed in California, Oklahoma, and Michigan. She has specialization in neuropsychology and forensic psychology. Dr. Ermshar is committed to providing top quality services to her clients with over two decades of post-licensed experience conducting psychotherapy and assessment with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Ermshar has also served as an expert witness in numerous court cases within Federal Court, California Superior Courts, and California Juvenile Courts. Dr. Ermshar’s primary office is located in the Los Angeles area (Pasadena San Marino). She also conducts psycholegal/forensic assessment services in the San Francisco Bay Area , and in Michigan. E-mail: aermshar@drermshar.com Phone: (626) 405-0521 Fax: (626) 405-0523
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