Dr. Ali Arena, CCC - SLP, BCBA, EdD, CA

About Dr. Ali Arena

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Ali Arena

Dr. Ali Arena is passionate about social cognition, language processing, executive functioning, and creating meaningful friendships and relationships for her clients. She is also a proud ADHDer who has always considered herself a social scientist. She has dedicated her education and career to finding the best communication patterns and behavior changes required to navigate the ever-changing social, sensory, and contextual world. Ali’s background is unique, as she has her Doctorate in Educational Psychology, is a Speech-Language Pathologist, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She holds Autism, Trauma-Informed Care, Level 1A Social Thinking Practitioner, UCLA Peers, Health Coach, ACT practitioner, Safe and Sound protocol, and Neurodiverse Couples Counseling certifications. Ali’s Doctorate had a distinctive focus, to say the least; it addressed the dating intricacies of Autistic Adults, which led her to develop unique coaching practices for Neurodiverse individuals and couples. Dr. Ali believes that as you feel more connected with yourself and those around you, you can amplify intimacy and love in all relationships. This is done by aligning, wanting, and asking. Lastly, she truly feels social support is a biological necessity and wants to help all neurodivergent individuals to reach holistic communication and to show perfection is an illusion.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Language / Speech Problems

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Speech Aid

Young Adult Issues

Language / Speech Problems

New Patient Visit

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Spectrum Psych LA

Education and training

California State University, Los Angeles, EdD in Educational Psychology
Seton Hall University, Master's in Speech Language Pathology
Catholic University of America (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Rice, C. & Valasek, S. (in press). Addressing depression in primary care. In M. Day & K. Smith (Eds.), OT in Primary Care Quick Reference.
Valasek, S., Cunningham, R., Rich, E., & Cohen, S (2020). Self-interventions: Applying your occupational therapy skills to your personal health. OT Practice, 25(5), 18-22.
Tabon, P. & Valasek, S. (2019). Post-hospital geriatric primary care clinic integrates OT/pharmacy expertise into PCP’s care plan. The Senior Care Pharmacist, 34(9), 568.
Marchioni, M., Cunningham, R., & Valasek, S. (2019). Sexual health: Addressing identity, expression, and function in occupational therapy practice. OT Practice, 24(8).
Valasek, S. & Halle, A. (2018). Practicing in an established primary care setting: Practical tips and considerations. OT Practice, 23(15).

NPI number

1083961924

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. Ali Arena work with?

Dr. Ali Arena works with Spectrum Psych LA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ali Arena?

Dr. Ali Arena frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ali Arena on their profile.