Samantha Valasek

Dr. Samantha Valasek is a licensed occupational therapist who specializes in supporting neurodivergent adults with chronic conditions and mental health concerns, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, insomnia, diabetes, headaches, and migraines. Many of her clients are artists, engineers, entrepreneurs, managers, students, busy parents who feel like a less draining, more enriching life is possible. She is able to provide tailored support for those possessing high intellectual and/or creative ability, including gifted or twice exceptional adults, who yearn to harness their strengths to create a life they love. Dr. Valasek utilizes a holistic, goal-oriented approach that guides clients towards a more manageable daily life and greater satisfaction with their achievements. A client in her care will learn how to support their own body, brain, and mind through collaboratively developing an individualized self-management toolkit and incorporating a robust set of environmental and social supports. Prior to joining Spectrum Psych LA, Dr. Valasek developed her expertise in lifestyle-based approaches as a clinical faculty member at the University of Southern California. She earned her Master's and Doctorate of Occupational Therapy at the University of Southern California as well.