Meet Our Team
Child Psychology Center is a California group therapy practice comprised of mental health clinicians who provide quality, evidenced-based mental health care. We assist clients by providing individual therapy, parent coaching, professional consultation, and more. Offering both virtual and in-person therapy services, we help our clients connect with one of our clinicians who can meet their individual therapy needs.
In-person therapy services are offered just north of San Diego in our Carlsbad, California office and right outside of Sacramento in Folsom, California. Virtual therapy services are offered to anyone in the state of California via a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
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Dr. Elizabeth Solomon Loyola
FOUNDER & PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Elizabeth Loyola (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and adults, with expertise in anxiety, OCD, trauma, neurodevelopmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Trained at PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, and UC Davis Health, Dr. Loyola provides trauma-focused and CBT-based therapies, conducts neurodevelopmental assessments, and supports families in implementing recommendations for youth with autism and ADHD.
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Dr. Erin Engstrom
LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Erin Engstrom, PhD (she/her), is a licensed psychologist specializing in neurodevelopmental conditions, anxiety, and life transitions for children, teens, and young adults. She provides strengths-based, neuro-affirming, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and parent coaching to support clients and families. With a background in leading research and clinical work at institutions like the UC Davis MIND Institute, Dr. Erin is passionate about helping neurodivergent individuals build confidence, resilience, and meaningful connections.
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Kaitlyn Vo, AMFT
ASSOCIATE MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST
Kaitlyn Vo (she/her) is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, supervised by Dr. Elizabeth Loyola (PSY29471), who supports individuals, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, and trauma through a compassionate, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive approach. Kaitlyn uses evidence-based therapies like CBT, Narrative Therapy, and creative interventions to foster healing and growth. Kaitlyn is committed to providing a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions on their journey toward positive change.
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Dr. Hannah Ewert
LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr. Hannah Ewert, PsyD (she/her), is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapies like CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and play therapy to support children, teens, young adults, and parents with anxiety, emotional regulation, and relationship-building. With experience in community clinics, schools, and inpatient settings, Dr. Ewert also conducts psychological assessments for trauma and neurodiversity and is passionate about helping families thrive.