About Dr. Lauren Vataniman
Dr. Lauren Vataniman is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 34870) specializing in psychological assessment for children, adolescents, and adults. She provides comprehensive evaluations designed to clarify diagnoses, illuminate an individual’s unique strengths and challenges, and offer meaningful recommendations for treatment, school, work, and daily life.
With over eight years of experience across a wide range of clinical settings — including schools, community mental health, outpatient clinics, inpatient hospitals, and private practice — Dr. Vataniman brings both breadth and depth to her work. She has supported individuals navigating ADHD, learning disorders, personality dynamics, emotional difficulties, and complex diagnostic questions.
Education & Training
Dr. Vataniman earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from William Jessup University and completed both her master’s degree and doctorate in clinical psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University, where she developed advanced expertise in psychological assessment and psychodynamic therapy.
A Thoughtful Approach
Dr. Vataniman believes that a high-quality evaluation should do more than assign a label — it should help people make genuine sense of their experiences, recognize their strengths, and find a clear path toward support and growth. Her approach is careful, thorough, and deeply compassionate.
She is also committed to practicing with cultural humility, recognizing that every person’s story, background, and context are essential to understanding who they are.
Areas of Assessment
- ADHD
- Perimenopause
- Dyslexia and other Learning Disorders
- Personality Testing
- Cognitive and Emotional Functioning
- Diagnostic Clarification