Psychologist · Hermosa Beach
Psychological testing and therapy in Hermosa Beach
MP Wellness is a boutique psychology practice in Hermosa Beach. Dr. Maddison Paul, a licensed clinical psychologist who grew up in nearby Redondo Beach, gives families clear answers about how a child learns and thinks. She evaluates ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other learning differences at every age, and the practice offers therapy for children, teens and adults.
Assessments
What we test for
Most families come to us after a teacher, pediatrician or tutor suggests testing. Each evaluation ends with a written report and a plan you can take to school.
Psychoeducational evaluation
The full picture of how your child learns, for IEP, 504 or private-school planning.
ADHD testing
Attention, focus and executive skills in children and teens, with school recommendations.
Autism evaluation
A careful look at communication, social understanding and sensory differences, for children, teens and adults.
Dyslexia & learning differences
Reading, writing and math testing, including dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia.
Neuropsychological evaluation
A broader look at memory, attention, processing speed and executive function.
Adult ADHD evaluation
For adults who have wondered about ADHD for years. A clear answer and a plan.
We also offer complex clinical evaluations for teens with severe or treatment-resistant challenges, gifted testing and testing accommodations, and can attend IEP meetings and observe at school.
Therapy
Therapy for kids, teens and adults
Individual therapy using Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), for anxiety, low mood, big emotions and life changes. Sessions are in our Hermosa Beach office.
About therapyHow an evaluation works
It starts with a free phone call of about 30 minutes. For children and teens, the evaluation then follows four steps. Adult ADHD evaluations are shorter.
Clinical consultation
Before testingWe review history, set the key questions and tailor the evaluation plan.
Testing
4–5 sessions of 2 hoursAbout 8–10 hours of one-on-one testing in our Hermosa Beach office, spread out to prevent fatigue.
Report writing
About 3–4 weeksOur clinical team scores, analyzes and writes a comprehensive diagnostic report.
Feedback
A 2-hour sessionWe go through the findings and a clear plan for treatment, school accommodations and next steps.
Why families choose a boutique practice
A small practice works differently from a large testing center. Here is what that means for you.
A free first conversation
Start with a free phone consultation of about 30 minutes. Talk through what you're seeing, and hear whether testing, therapy or something else fits.
Reports you can use
Reports are written for parents and teachers as well as clinicians: what's going on, why, and what to do next.
From the South Bay
Dr. Paul was born and raised in Redondo Beach. She knows the schools, the pace and the pressures local kids and families face.
Meet Dr. Paul
A psychologist from the South Bay
Dr. Maddison Paul is a licensed clinical psychologist who was born and raised in Redondo Beach. After her doctoral training in clinical psychology, she spent years specializing in psychological and neuropsychological assessment in the South Bay, and she has about eight years of assessment experience. She also practices therapy, combining IFS, attachment-based therapy and CBT.
More about Dr. PaulLicensed Clinical Psychologist
- California license PSY 36605 · Verify with the state (opens the California DCA license search)
- Doctoral training in clinical psychology
- About about eight years of psychological and neuropsychological assessment experience
- Born and raised in Redondo Beach
Common questions
Where is MP Wellness?
What ages do you see?
How do I get started?
Do you offer both testing and therapy?
Parent resources
Answers to common questions about testing
Psychoeducational vs. neuropsychological evaluation: what's the difference?
How psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations differ, where they overlap, and how to decide which one answers your questions about your child.
How much does an ADHD evaluation cost in Los Angeles?
What drives the cost of an ADHD evaluation, what the fee should include, and how insurance, HSA/FSA funds and free school evaluations fit in.
School testing vs. private evaluation: IEP, 504, and why parents go private
How free school evaluations and private evaluations differ, how IEPs and 504 plans work in California, and how the two kinds of testing fit together.
Serving families in Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes and the South Bay.
Not sure where to start?
A free consultation with Dr. Paul is the easiest way to find out. No commitment.