Specialized Therapy & Testing for Unique Minds
Licensed Psychologist | Trauma-Informed | Neurodivergent-Affirming
Dr. Christina Stai is a licensed psychologist with a Psy.D., specializing in trauma-informed care, psychological testing, and therapy for neurodivergent children and adults. Her clinical training emphasizes hands-on practice, allowing her to deliver compassionate, evidence-based support.
Her Approach
Dr. Stai provides a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming space where clients of all ages can safely explore challenges and build lasting emotional wellness. Whether you’re seeking answers through psychological testing or support through therapy, her goal is to help you move forward with insight and confidence—not judgment.
Her work is grounded in evidence-based practices and adapted to each client’s unique learning style, communication preferences, and lived experience.
Education & Training
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), APA-accredited program
APA-Accredited Internship & APPIC Postdoctoral Fellowship at Casa Pacifica, CA
Licensed in Iowa and California
Dr. Stai received advanced clinical training in trauma-informed therapy, psychological evaluation, and crisis care for children in residential and emergency shelter settings.
Clinical Specialties
Autism & ADHD (children, teens, and adults)
Learning and Intellectual Disabilities
Trauma, Abuse, and Neglect
Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Dysregulation
Adoption & Foster Care Support
Executive Functioning & Sensory Processing
Parent Consultation & Support
Therapeutic Approaches
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Play Therapy (for children)
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Family Systems Focused Therapy
A Message From Dr. Stai
“I believe healing starts with feeling safe, understood, and empowered. Whether you’re here to find answers, process past pain, or build emotional tools for the future—my role is to walk beside you with compassion, clinical insight, and care that meets you exactly where you are.”
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