Clear Answers for ADHD, Autism & Learning Differences
Comprehensive evaluations that help you understand your child and feel confident about what comes next.
Serving children and teens (ages 2–17) across the South Bay and Los Angeles County.
Evaluations, therapy, and social skills support — in person and via telehealth throughout California.
You might be here because:
• Your child is struggling with focus, anxiety, learning, or social connection — and you need clarity.
• You’ve tried tutoring, therapy, or school meetings, but you still don’t have a full understanding of what’s going on.
• You want an evaluation that not only explains the “why,” but offers practical guidance, grounded in deep knowledge of how educational systems work.
Learning struggles, social worries, or big emotions?
Do you need help figuring out if your child is in “a phase” or if it’s something more? Have you tried all the things and it’s not enough? The journey can be confusing, but you don't have to navigate it alone.
I can help your child:
Unlock their learning potential: you and your child will have a clearer understanding of your child’s learning profile and how best to help them.
Manage emotions effectively: Express feelings healthily, build resilience, and cope with stress and anxiety.
Build healthy friendships: Develop social skills, navigate peer interactions, and foster meaningful connections.
How Novi Minds Helps Kids & Their Families
Evaluations to understand your child’s learning, social, and/or behavior challenges, specializing in ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, learning disabilities, and behavior.
Includes psychological, psycho-educational, IEE (Independent Educational Evaluation), gifted testing, and Functional Behavior Assessments.
For ages 2-17.
Your child can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and build essential life skills to thrive socially and academically in a safe & supportive environment.
For ages 3-6, this is done in a parent consultation model.
Parent coaching using neuro-diverse affirming Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is also offered.
Groups focus on learning and practicing social interaction & self regulation skills to help develop and maintain healthy friendships.
For ages 12-17, the PEERS® program is used.
Expert guidance for parents on IEPs, 504 Plans, and accommodations.
Support for schools and educators in assessments, counseling, behavior consultation, and professional development.
About Me:
Stefanie Rushatakankovit is a Licensed Educational Psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified UCLA PEERS® trainer. With over 20 years of combined experience in schools, clinic, and home settings, she has extensive experience in completing psycho-educational & psychological assessments focusing on autism, ADHD, anxiety, and learning disabilities., and working with children from toddler to teens. She has trained school staff on topics such as addressing challenging behaviors, neuro-diverse affirming practices, and social emotional learning/PBIS. She is a proud alumna of UCLA and Loyola Marymount University.
Stefanie specializes in working with early childhood to adolescence, with interests in preschool, autism, ADHD, anxiety, social-emotional regulation, executive functioning skills, trauma informed practice, and parent coaching. Her training and data driven background combined with her supportive, yet direct approach ensures both parents and children gain insight and are heard. When not working, Stefanie enjoys spending time with her husband and twin boys.
Testimonials
*Names were changed to protect confidentiality
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PEERS is superbly run by people who love what they do. The weekly cadence of teen sessions followed closely by parent sessions is perfect. My child has shown increased optimism and confidence due to PEERS. Thank you!
Michael, parent of a teen in PEERS/Social Skills group
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Stefanie, you've been very helpful in getting Alex to talk about things they struggle with, and provide coping strategies and skills that both they and I can continue to practice. I know Alex enjoyed the sessions very much. Thank you for everything!
Emma, parent of a teen
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Stefanie was patient and developed a great rapport with our son. She was very good at helping us develop the strategies we could utilize in difficult moments and to help keep him from becoming dysregulated in the first place. We would highly recommend her to other parents.
Rob, parent of a 5 year old
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Van was looking forward to coming back and seeing you at the next appointment. She really enjoyed [the testing]!
Carlie, mother of an 8 year old.
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Overall great environment, great help and support. I can help my child with being able to make connections with other teens.
Martin, parent of a teen in PEERS/Social Skills group
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Mrs. Rushatakankovit first diagnosed my son with Autism at 3 years of age. I was a first time mom and was so scared for my son’s future. She explained what type of therapies and curriculum he would need to create a better path for his future. Anyone who is treated by her will benefit greatly.
Valerie, parent
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Mrs. Rush coached us in a very productive workshop to help our teachers. The parents at our school learned valuable parenting information at her Parent Workshop. We will definitely request for more workshops in the future!
Lynn Tien, Founder/Director of Sing in Chinese Preschool and Language School
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Bill improved in knowing when to enter and exit conversations and also how to ask people to hang out and how to give them space to respond. We have seen a big change in him and he has been able to have some positive interactions this year which has not ever been this way for him.
Priscilla, parent of a teen in PEERS/Social Skills group
Let’s Talk!
I provide a free 15 minute phone consultation to make sure I’m a good match. Pick a time that works for you or send a message.
Proudly serving families in Torrance, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Lawndale, Carson, Westchester, Long Beach, Santa Monica, and throughout Los Angeles County. Telehealth available statewide in California.