Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health & ADHD Specialists in Carpinteria, CA
Lifespan Development Center Roland Rotz is a private psychology practice dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostic and clinical services for individuals facing attentional disorders, learning differences, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Under the leadership of Dr. Roland Rotz, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience, we specialize in personalized care tailored to the unique needs of children, adolescents, and adults. Our approach combines evidence-based interventions with compassionate support, ensuring clients receive actionable insights and therapeutic guidance. Dr. Rotz, a nationally recognized ADHD expert and author of Fidget to Focus, brings deep expertise in neurodevelopmental disorders and their emotional impacts. We offer psychological assessments, psychotherapy, coaching, and consulting services to help clients navigate challenges and achieve lasting growth.Our team prioritizes clear communication, delivering user-friendly reports and collaborating with physicians, educators, and therapists to coordinate care. With a focus on executive functioning and emotional well-being, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles and thrive in academic, professional, and personal settings. Our practice emphasizes innovation, including sensory-based strategies from Dr. Rotzs research, to address the complexities of ADHD and co-occurring conditions. By integrating clinical excellence with a client-centered philosophy, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Services
Psychological Assessment
ADHD Diagnosis
Psychotherapy
Executive Coaching
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Trauma Therapy
Learning Disability Evaluation
Couples Counseling
Workplace Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialized expertise in ADHD and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Our assessments combine clinical interviews with standardized tools for accurate diagnoses.
- We provide personalized therapy and coaching tailored to individual executive functioning needs.
- Our team collaborates with schools and workplaces to implement effective accommodations.
- We integrate sensory-based strategies from Dr. Rotzs groundbreaking research on ADHD.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations for cognitive, educational, and emotional concerns using clinical interviews and standardized tools. We identify ADHD, learning disabilities, and co-occurring conditions, providing actionable recommendations for accommodations and care coordination.
ADHD Coaching
Targeted coaching to strengthen executive functioning skills for ADHD students and adults. Sessions focus on time management, organization, and strategies to improve productivity and self-regulation in daily life.
Psychotherapy
Therapy for ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with personalized care to address emotional and behavioral needs across the lifespan.
Adult ADHD Evaluations
Brief assessments for adults using clinical interviews and standardized tools to determine ADHD impact on daily functioning. Includes a concise report outlining findings and recommendations for workplace or academic adjustments.
Workplace Consulting
Consulting services to help workplaces implement effective ADHD accommodations. We provide strategies for improving productivity, communication, and support systems for employees with neurodevelopmental challenges.
People
Roland Rotz
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Roland Rotz is a licensed psychologist and ADHD expert with over 30 years of experience. He directs the Lifespan Development Center, trains doctoral students, and authored Fidget to Focus, a groundbreaking ADHD resource.
Robin Niederpruem
Office Administrator
Robin Niederpruem manages daily operations at Lifespan Development Center, including scheduling, bookkeeping, and client inquiries. She serves as Dr. Rotzs personal assistant, ensuring seamless practice management.
Questions
What services does Lifespan Development Center offer?
We provide psychological assessments, psychotherapy, ADHD coaching, and consulting for children, adolescents, and adults.
How does the ADHD evaluation process work?
Our evaluations include clinical interviews, standardized assessments, and school/workplace record reviews to identify ADHD and co-occurring conditions.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Rotz provides coaching and therapy via phone or Zoom for California residents after an initial in-office visit.
What age groups do you treat?
We specialize in care for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD, learning differences, and emotional challenges.
Can you help with school accommodations for ADHD?
Yes, we collaborate with educators to develop tailored accommodations and support plans for students.
What makes your approach to ADHD unique?
We integrate sensory-based strategies from Dr. Rotz’s research, focusing on executive functioning and long-term behavioral change.
