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Main Services Area

Behavioral Health

Pacific Clinics delivers high-quality behavioral health and social services to advance health equity and well-being for children, adults and families. Learn more about our life-affirming services offered on-site, at home, virtual and in the community.

Los Angeles

Educational Programs

Educational Programs provide students with the skills they need to live successful lives. Our robust programs include early childhood development, classroom consultations in partnership with school districts, adult continuing education programs and parent workshops.

Up to Age 5

Head Start

Ages 6–18

Hollygrove
Bloom and Soar

Ages 18+

Recovery Education Institute (REI)
Pacific Clinics Training Institute (PCTI)
Hollygrove
Parent Institute

Support Services

Support Services offer various programs to address social determinants of health, including housing and employment coaching and placement, among other critically needed services.

Services Available

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Caregiver Education and Training 
  • Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluations 
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Counseling

About Neurodevelopmental Services San Jose Location

Pacific Clinics Neurodevelopmental Services provides neurodiversity-affirming evaluations, consultation and support for children, teens and adults with autism, ADHD and related developmental differences.

Through comprehensive evaluations and personalized recommendations, we help individuals and families gain clarity, understand their strengths and identify meaningful supports. Whether you are seeking a first evaluation, a second opinion or guidance on next steps, our goal is to provide practical insights that support success at home, school, work and in everyday life.

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Meet Our Team

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Melissa Newman, PsyD,

Senior Clinical Director

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John Gutierrez

Operations Manager

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Luis Galvan

ABA Program Manager

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Jennifer Hafdal, PhD

Associate Director Psychological Services

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Bhavanjot Chana, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

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Jazmine Joy Deocares

ABA Administrative Supervisor

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Anthony Estrada, BCBA

ABA Senior Clinical Supervisor

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a neurodevelopmental evaluation?

A neurodevelopmental evaluation is a comprehensive assessment that helps individuals and families better understand socio-emotional developmental and behavioral learning-related differences. Evaluations may be used to explore Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), executive functioning challenges, social communication differences and other developmental concerns.

Our goal is to provide meaningful insights, practical recommendations and a clearer understanding of next steps.

Families often seek an evaluation when they notice challenges related to attention, communication, social interactions, emotional regulation, learning, sensory sensitivities or daily functioning.

An evaluation can help identify strengths, clarify concerns and provide recommendations that support success at home, school and in the community.

Yes. Our services support children, teens and adults. Many adults seek evaluations to better understand lifelong challenges, gain clarity about their experiences or access appropriate accommodations and support.

Following the evaluation process, families receive feedback, recommendations and guidance tailored to their unique needs.

Depending on the results, recommendations may include school supports, community resources, therapeutic services, accommodations or additional evaluations. Our team works to ensure families leave with a clear understanding of available next steps.

Referral requirements may vary depending on services and funding sources. Our team can help determine what is needed and guide you through the next steps.

If you’re unsure whether a referral is required, we encourage you to contact us and speak with a member of our team.

Our team combines clinical expertise with a neurodiversity-affirming approach that recognizes and respects individual differences.

Rather than focusing solely on diagnosis, we help individuals and families better understand strengths, support needs and opportunities for growth. Every evaluation includes personalized recommendations designed to support success at home, school, work and in everyday life.

Whether you’re seeking a first evaluation, a second opinion or guidance on next steps, our goal is to provide practical insights that help people move forward with confidence.

Absolutely. Many individuals and families come to us seeking additional insight after a previous evaluation or diagnosis.

We welcome opportunities to provide further clarification, answer questions and help families feel confident in their next steps.

Everyone is welcome here

We’re Here for You

We aim to make a positive difference in the communities we serve.

Your information is safe with us. We do not share any personal information submitted to us with any third-party entities.