Rebecca Caldwell, PsyD

Welcome. I approach assessments from a collaborative, strengths-based, and neuroaffirming perspective. I am invested in understanding your unique story, and supporting you in living authentically. I have a talent for asking the right questions, and working with you to find language for things that feel murky or confusing. The process tends to be therapeutic and empowering. 

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I have extensive experience assessing individuals of all ages with a wide range of concerns. With children and adolescents, I focus on understanding their experiences at home, in school, with friends, and during leisure time. For adults who may have missed an earlier diagnosis, I explore how neurodivergence has shaped your personality, relationships, and life experiences. During my postdoctoral fellowship, I developed a niche specialty in assessing individuals with gifted intelligence and exploring its overlap with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ​​

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In addition to assessments, I have been providing psychotherapy since 2016. My training spans private practice, university settings, and community mental health clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic theory, which focuses on uncovering the deeper origins of emotional difficulties rather than just addressing symptoms. 

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Before becoming a psychologist, I worked as a teacher, which contributes to my understanding of individual development and family systems. I am also a trained studio artist and use art as a means of personal exploration and creativity. Originally from the East Coast, I relocated to the Bay Area in 2010, where I now live with my husband and our two children.

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