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Tamara Rostein, Psy.D. (she/her/hers/ella)

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Owner & Founder

Dr. Tamara Rostein is a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children and families affected by trauma. Her approach is integrative and tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, and trauma-focused interventions. Dr. Rostein strives to create a warm, supportive environment where children and families can heal, build resilience, and strengthen their connections with one another.

  • Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2023

    Master’s of Arts in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2020

    Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology from The University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 2018

  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist

    Doctoral Internship - Child and Adolescent Services Multicultural Clinical Training Program at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFGH) at UCSF, 2023

    HealthySteps Provider, 2023

    Child-Parent Psychotherapy Certification from The Child Trauma Research Program (CTRP) at UCSF, 2023

    DC:0-5 Clinical Training, 2023

    Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2), Module 1-4 Clinical Training, 2019

    Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised Training (ADI-R), Clinical Training, 2019

    Qualified Bilingual Staff (QBS), 2018

  • Healing begins with understanding — not fixing.

    Dr. Rostein’s approach is grounded in relational therapy, which allows Dr. Rostein to show up authentically in session and develop genuine connections with her clients to foster trust, safety, and openness.

    Each session is guided by your childs needs and pace, fostering safety, empathy, and growth. In therapy, she uses reflective, developmentally appropriate methods such as play, art, and conversation to help children express whats hard to put into words. Parents are essential partners in this process; together, we explore what your child’s behaviors might be communicating and how to respond in ways that strengthen connection and safety. Her approach blends evidence-based therapy with curiosity and compassion— creating a space where children feel safe to explore their emotions and parents feel supported in understanding them.

    Dr. Rostein’s goal by promoting this space is to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives.

  • Dr. Rostein has received training in a variety of clinical settings, including hospital outpatient programs, community mental health centers, and group private practices. Her training has involved working with young children (ages 0–5), school-aged children, adolescents, young adults, and parents experiencing a range of emotional and behavioral challenges in response to trauma.

    Dr. Rostein has experience supporting clients with concerns such as complex trauma, failure to thrive, autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, toileting difficulties, and self-esteem. In her work with families, Dr. Rostein collaborates closely with parents to identify and refine behavioral management strategies that strengthen parent-child relationships and promote positive change.

    She also enjoys working with young adults navigating transitions that affect their overall well-being.

  • Outside of work, Dr. Rostein enjoys cooking and baking, playing board games, talking to friends, working out, and reading. On the weekend you can find her trying out new restaurants, spending time with her family and cat, going to the farmers market, or traveling.