Dr. Melony Cohen, PsyD

DR. MELONY COHEN PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES Accessible and personalized mental healthcare for your toddlers and teens. Welcome! I'm Dr. Melony Cohen, a licensed child psychologist offering services for toddlers and teens. Whether you prefer in-person sessions at my West Los Angeles location or virtual sessions from anywhere in California, I provide the support and guidance you need to help your child thrive. In addition to psychotherapy services, I also specialize in psychological testing to further inform effective treatment planning.ABOUT MEWith a focus on early childhood and adolescent diagnosis and intervention, parent counseling and skills training, and family psychotherapy, I have always tailored my expertise to meet the unique needs of toddlers and teens. Utilizing my skills in psychodiagnostic and psychoeducational testing and therapy, I provide individualized treatment and support to children and their families. EDUCATIONAfter completing my bachelor's degree from UCLA, I …received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles. My research and clinical interests have always centered around early childhood and adolescent development.PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING TRAININGWith almost a decade of experience in psychological testing for young children, adolescents, and young adults, I have worked in several private practices specializing in psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations. Testing includes determining eligibility for academic or standardized testing accommodations. I am dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and accurate assessments to help guide effective treatment planning.PSYCHOTHERAPY TRAININGDrawing from a psychodynamic, attachment, and developmental perspective, I have extensive experience in providing services to children and families. I completed the prestigious fellowship at Reiss Davis Child Study Center, where I further developed my skills in providing effective interventions for clients of all ages.