Meet the Team
Experienced, compassionate clinicians here to support you and your family
Adi Soffer, PsyD
Hello, and welcome! I am Dr. Adi Soffer, a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 35307) with a deep passion for helping individuals and families overcome psychological challenges and reaching their full potential. With a strong educational foundation and extensive clinical experience, I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the State of California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, following a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior from the University of California, Irvine. My academic journey has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of psychological theories and practices, which I now apply in my clinical work.
My dissertation examined the experience of first-time mothers, specifically the connection between expressing negative emotions and their overall quality of life. I found that openly acknowledging and expressing difficult emotions—such as anxiety, frustration, or overwhelm—plays a crucial role in improving well-being. This research informs my approach to helping new moms navigate the emotional challenges of motherhood in a healthy, supportive way.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE:
My work is characterized by a broad range of expertise in psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions. My clinical services include:
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENTS:
I am experienced in administering full psychoeducational assessments to children, adolescents, and adults. These assessments help in diagnosing developmental, educational, and social-emotional functioning, providing a clear roadmap for treatment.
FAMILY SYSTEM THERAPY:
I specialize in working with families using a family systems approach, which views the family as an interconnected unit where each member influences the dynamics of the whole. With extensive experience in addressing relational patterns, I help families develop healthier interactions and communication, focusing on improving relationships and emotional well-being. My approach also incorporates parent training to support parents in creating strong, supportive family structures.
OCD AND ANXIETY RELATED DISORDERS:
I also specialize in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy, a highly effective treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety-related disorders. I work with both children and adults to help them manage and overcome these challenges.
BEHAVIORAL APPROACH:
I employ a behavioral approach in my work, which is particularly effective in helping individuals modify disruptive behaviors and develop positive coping strategies. I currently work with parents, guiding them in using behavioral techniques to support their children’s development and manage behavioral challenges at home.
MY APPROACH:
I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, where emotional, behavioral, and social competencies are nurtured to foster cognitive and psychological development. I am passionate about empowering children, families, and parents by providing them with the tools and support they need to thrive.
Shir Atias ,MA
Shir is a fourth-year doctoral student in the Psy.D. program at Alliant International University, California School of Professional Psychology, with a health psychology emphasis. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she also worked at the Center for the Developing Mind, supporting children with neurodevelopmental disorders and selective mutism.
Shir has extensive experience providing evidence-based therapy to children, adolescents, and families. At Kesher Psychological Services, she offers individual therapy, family support, and psychological assessments under supervision. Her clinical focus includes treating anxiety disorders (such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and separation anxiety), OCD, ADHD, and selective mutism in children and teens.
She has received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. During her clinical training at the UCLA Semel Institute’s Child OCD, Anxiety, and Tic Disorders Clinic, Shir provided individual therapy and led structured CBT through the Coping Cat program as part of the PCAY research study. She also incorporates Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) into treatment for children with behavioral challenges and selective mutism, helping strengthen the parent-child relationship and support emotional regulation.
Shir is passionate about working collaboratively with families and helping young clients build confidence, resilience, and healthy coping skills.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, playing board games, and connecting with friends and family.
