Bio

Dr. Samantha Valasek is a licensed mental health occupational therapist who specializes in supporting neurodivergent adults and young adults. She often works with clients on the autism spectrum and/or with ADHD who were diagnosed later in life. Many of her clients are also experiencing one or more of the  mental health and chronic conditions commonly associated with autism and ADHD, such as anxiety, OCD, insomnia, connective tissue disorders, and POTS.  Dr. Valasek focuses on helping clients improve their daily quality of life and ability to pursue meaningful goals through a holistic, collaborative, goal-oriented approach. Her areas of clinical expertise include functional cognition/executive function, sensory processing, self-regulation, habits and routines, environmental modifications, compensatory strategies, and accommodations in the school and workplace.

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.