Business Details
12 Years
experience
Specialized Psychological Services in Pasadena, CA
Ermshar & Associates is a premier psychological services practice founded on decades of clinical expertise and a commitment to holistic mental health care. With over two decades of post-licensed experience, our team specializes in neuropsychological assessments, forensic psychology, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individuals across the lifespan. We combine advanced training in cognitive retraining, neurofeedback, and psycholegal consultation to address complex emotional, behavioral, and neurological challenges.Our practice emphasizes personalized care through comprehensive evaluations, innovative treatment modalities, and teletherapy accessibility across multiple states. As recognized leaders in our field, we provide expert court testimony, inpatient collaboration, and transitional coaching while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards and client confidentiality.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Neurocognitive Treatment
Psychotherapy
Psycholegal Services
Teletherapy
Career Testing
Inpatient Treatment
Transitional Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in neuropsychological and forensic assessments
- Our team provides comprehensive evaluations integrating clinical interviews and standardized testing
- Board-certified forensic psychologist with 100+ court testimonies available
- Teletherapy services accessible across 30+ states using secure HIPAA-compliant platforms
- Multidisciplinary approach combining cognitive retraining, neurofeedback, and evidence-based therapies
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Professional Psychology
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
Services
Psychological Assessment
Our comprehensive psychological assessments identify cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns through clinical interviews and standardized testing. We evaluate conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, and psychiatric disorders to create targeted treatment plans. Our assessments integrate collateral information and neuropsychological testing for accurate diagnoses.
Neurocognitive Treatment
Specialized cognitive retraining programs improve brain function for individuals with neurological impairments. Our evidence-based neurofeedback sessions enhance self-regulation for ADHD, addiction, and trauma recovery. We combine computerized exercises with mindfulness techniques to restore cognitive abilities after brain injuries or neurological conditions.
Psycholegal Services
Board-certified forensic psychologists provide expert court testimony and psycholegal assessments. We conduct competency evaluations, risk assessments, and insanity defense analyses for criminal cases. Our services include immigration psychological evaluations and expert witness testimony in federal and state courts.
Teletherapy
Secure HIPAA-compliant teletherapy sessions available across multiple states. Our virtual platform delivers cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused treatment, and anger management programs. Telehealth services ensure accessibility for clients with mobility challenges or rural locations while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.
Transitional Coaching
Personalized coaching assists adolescents transitioning to college and young adults entering careers. We develop organizational skills, stress management techniques, and social navigation strategies through regular check-ins via multiple communication platforms. Our coaching emphasizes independence-building and crisis management during major life changes.
People
Annette Ermshar
Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
Board-certified neuropsychologist with 20+ years experience in psycholegal evaluations and cognitive therapy. Published author and former professor specializing in forensic psychology and clinical assessment.
Kimberly Freeman
Clinical and Pediatric Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 13 years experience in infant development assessments and neurodevelopmental evaluations. Professor at Loma Linda University specializing in adolescent self-harm interventions and trauma response.
Peggy Wolff
Business Manager
Finance expert with decade-long corporate experience managing budgets and operations. Oversees practice administration with multilingual capabilities and international nonprofit leadership background.
Questions
What psychological services are available through telehealth?
We offer teletherapy sessions across California, Michigan, Oklahoma, and 30+ states via PSYPACT licensure using secure HIPAA-compliant video platforms.
Do you provide forensic psychology services for court cases?
Yes, our board-certified forensic psychologist provides expert testimony, psycholegal evaluations, and court consultations with 100+ court appearances.
What types of cognitive assessments do you offer?
We conduct neuropsychological testing for ADHD, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and career aptitude using standardized assessment tools.
Can you help with transitional life challenges?
Our transitional coaching supports adolescents entering college and young adults starting careers through structured skill-building and regular progress check-ins.
Do you accept insurance for mental health services?
We provide superbills for clients to submit to insurance companies but do not directly bill insurance providers for our psychological services.
Reviews (3)
Cherish Alexander
Jun 18, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr Ermshar & Assoc. Not only is she compassionate and intuitive, she is highly knowledgeable in her field of Psychology. I'm grateful there are people out there like Dr Ermshar.....making the biggest difference in the hearts and minds of people who really need her.
Ted Perry
Aug 22, 2018
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I Have few moments to refeltct on whats valuable in life, And wanted to give a shout out to Dr.. Ernshar who is always so positive, caring, and professional. Patient care is always at front of her mind.
Rory Lynch
May 08, 2018
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Crazy that there are one (1) star reviews. These must come from a competitor as Ermshar is clearly the best in her field.
