Ep 173: Beyond Labels: Understanding the Whole Child. Lev Gottlieb, PhD

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Dr. Lev Gottlieb, a neuropsychologist discusses his unique approach to neuropsychology and child development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among caregivers, and a strengths-based approach to treatment. He highlights the need for effective communication between parents and professionals and the challenges of navigating labels and accommodations in education. Dr. Gottlieb advocates for a comprehensive care model that focuses on the whole child rather than just their diagnoses, encouraging parents to trust their instincts and create open channels for communication.

About Dr. Lev Gottlieb: He is a neuropsychologist and UCLA Assistant Clinical Professor. He assesses children, adolescents, and adults, and coordinates their care. Dr. Gottlieb earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from University of Pennsylvania and Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from Northwestern University School of Medicine. He completed specialty training in Neuropsychology at Children’s Hospital of Chicago, NYU Child Study Center, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Kennedy Krieger Institute, The Help Group, and UCLA, where he continues to serve on the clinical faculty.

Dr. Gottlieb has extensive experience providing evaluations and treatment to those with neurodevelopmental differences and acquired brain injuries, and has published and presented research on these conditions and their treatment as well as on learning, memory, and talent.

To learn more about Dr Gottlieb's clinic:

https://www.theintegratedclinic.com/

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