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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
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)
Joseph Toews, M.A., AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (137694)
Suprvised by Albert Knapp, Psy.D., BCBA-D, RPT-S
Clinical Psychologist (PSY 25873)
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
Asher Briggson, M.S. BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst 1-15-18700
Assistant Clinical Director, Applied Behavior Analysis
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, B.S. Psychology
Intake and Scheduling Coordinator
Jeffrey Annon, M.A. LMFT 130948
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Caesar Ribeiro, M.S., BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst 1-21-47620
Lynn Bender
Billing and Scheduling Coordinator
Alyssa Florio
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)
Atalia Malin
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)
Kailey Morse
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)
Kassandra Kershaw
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)
Lily Arvizu
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)
Myrna Kordab
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)
BB, Therapy Dog
(in training)
Services
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
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
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
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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| New Years Day | Saturday, January 1st |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 17th |
| Mother’s Day | Sunday, May 8th |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 30th |
| Father’s Day | Sunday, June 19th |
| Independence Day | Monday, July 4th |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 5th |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, November 24th |
| Day After Thanksgiving | Friday, November 25th |
| Christmas Eve | Saturday, December 24th |
| Christmas Day | Sunday, December 25th |
| New Years Eve | Saturday, December 31st |
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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
New Client General Information / New Client Intake Forms & Scheduling
(310) 376 2468 Press 1 (main office)
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Billing and Scheduling, Manager
Lynn Bender
(310) 376-2468 Press 1 (main office)
(310) 467-3123 (work cell)
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Practice Manager
Julie Brown
310-376-2468 Press 1 (main office)
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Assistant Clinical Director
Karen Huoh, MA, BCBA
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President & CEO
Dr. Albert Knapp, Psy.D, BCBA-D, RPT
(310) 376-2468 Press 1 (main office)
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Existing Clients ONLY
Service: In office Therapy or Psychological Testing
(310) 376-2468 Press 2 (main office) OR email WEEKEND CLIENTS PLEASE CALL MAIN OFFICE Press 1
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Service: Home/Community Based ABA or Social Skills Group
(310) 376-2468 Press 2 (main office) OR email[email protected]