Ingrid Tien, Ph.D.

Ingrid Tien is an educational psychologist with over a decade of experience working with neurodivergent youth and adults in clinical settings. She has developed a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to evaluating and supporting clients’ educational and academic needs, drawing from her expertise in neuropsychology, clinical psychology, and educational therapy.

She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology with a minor in Quantitative Methodology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and is currently a postdoctoral research fellow at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. An award-winning clinician and researcher, Ingrid has published numerous articles in leading journals focused on advancing interventions and assessment practices for neurodivergent youth and adults. Her research examines diagnostic disparities among autistic youth and aims to promote equitable, inclusive, and neuro-affirming assessment practices.

Leveraging her extensive clinical and assessment experience, Ingrid develops individualized strategies and interventions that help clients navigate and overcome educational challenges. Her dual background in clinical practice and research on neuro-affirming outcome measures allows her to provide holistic, strengths-based support to every client.