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What we do

We provide play therapy and psychological evaluations for children and adolescents. We also provide behavior analytic services for individuals with special needs. This is important to you because we help to determine what is happening with your child and we give you the support and guidance to better the life of your child.

Our Team


Lisa Ramos

Albert Knapp, Psy.D., BCBA-D, RPT-S

Clinical Psychologist (PSY 25873)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (01-08-4806)
Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (S2412)

 

 

Jane Dauksza Long, MSW

Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW115273)
Supervised by Albert Knapp, Psy.D., BCBA-D, RPT-S, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist (PSY 25873)

 

 

 

Brianna Young, M.A., LMFT 125597

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Clinical Supervisor, Mental Health

 

 

 

Miguel Gibbs, M.S., Ph.D.

Registered Psychological Associate (PSB 94027932)
Supervised by Albert Knapp, Psy.D., BCBA-D, RPT-S, Clinical Psychologist (PSY 25873).

April Ampuero

April Ampuero, B.S. Psychology

Intake and Scheduling Coordinator

April Ampuero

Jeffrey Annon, M.A. LMFT 130948

Registered Play Therapist (RPT-T6674)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Rachel Yamada

Caesar Ribeiro, M.S., BCBA

Board Certified Behavior Analyst 1-21-47620

Natalia Miranda
 

Natalia Miranda

Doctoral Practicum Students
Supervised by Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D. BCBA-D, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist, (PSY 25873)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (01-08-4806)
Registered Play Therapy Supervisor (S2412)

Alyssa Ahinger
 

Alyssa Ahinger

Doctoral Practicum Students
Supervised by Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D. BCBA-D, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist, (PSY 25873)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (01-08-4806)
Registered Play Therapy Supervisor (S2412)

Michelle Gemanaru
 

Michelle Gemanaru

Doctoral Practicum Students
Supervised by Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D. BCBA-D, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist, (PSY 25873)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (01-08-4806)
Registered Play Therapy Supervisor (S2412)

Lelya Rakshani

 

Leyla Rakshani

Doctoral Practicum Students
Supervised by Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D. BCBA-D, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist, (PSY 25873)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (01-08-4806)
Registered Play Therapy Supervisor (S2412)

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Dr. Knapp was able to complete my daughter’s psychological evaluation in such a short time! His report was very throughout and enabled us to use our insurance benefits to cover ABA services.

-P.F., Redondo Beach, CA

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My son loves coming to see Dr. Knapp! He always tells me how much fun he has with him, and I have noticed that my son behaves so much better!

-D.L., Hermosa Beach, CA

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Dr. Knapp really understands the IEP process and laws, and took his time to make sure that my husband and I understood it too. With his help and guidance, we were able to clearly articulate our concerns to our daughter’s IEP team and get her more support at school.

-C.W., Palos Verdes, CA

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Dr Knapp really connected with my son and really helped me to handle his challenging behavior. Now we get along really well and there is a lot less stress in our relationship.

-M.M., Manhattan Beach, CA

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Contact

Home, school or community visits also available when clinically appropriate.
Phone: 310 376 2468 Ext 1 – FAX 310 376 6068 – Email: [email protected]

South Bay office: 1200 Aviation Blvd Suite 100 Redondo Beach CA 90278 

Front Desk Reception
New Client General Information / New Client Intake Forms & Scheduling
(310) 376 2468 Press 1 (main office)
[email protected]

Billing Question Email
[email protected]
Call 320-376-2468 Extension 1

Practice Manager
Julie Brown
310-376-2468 Press 1 (main office)
[email protected]

President & CEO
Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D, BCBA-D, RPT
(310) 376-2468 Press 1 (main office)

Scheduling FOR
Existing Clients ONLY

Service: In office Therapy or Psychological Testing
(310) 376-2468 Press 2 (main office) OR email Weekend Clients Please Call
310-376-2468 Ext 1, or Text 424-282-8355

Service: Home/Community Based ABA or Social Skills Group
(310) 376-2468 Press 2 (main office) OR email[email protected]