Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Clinical Psychologist in Carlsbad, CA
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over three decades of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. My journey began as a registered nurse specializing in psychiatric care, which laid the foundation for my transition to clinical psychology. Through rigorous training at UCSD Medical Center, including internships and a post-doctoral fellowship, I developed expertise in neuropsychology, a field where I maintain active affiliation as a volunteer clinical instructor at UCSD Medical School. My private practice, established in 1988, integrates medical and psychological insights to address mood disorders, anxiety, neurobehavioral conditions, and life adjustments stemming from illness or loss.I specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations, sports concussion management using ImPACT testing, and med-legal consultations, providing data-driven diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs. My approach emphasizes sensitivity, respect, and evidence-based strategies to foster cognitive rehabilitation, emotional resilience, and healthy relationships. With a personal commitment to lifelong learning and balance, I strive to empower clients to navigate challenges and cultivate fulfilling lives. This practice remains grounded in ethical standards, continuous professional development, and a deep understanding of the interconnectedness between mental and physical health.
Services
Psychotherapy
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Sports Concussion Testing
Post Concussion Management
Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Med-Legal Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology
- Our team utilizes FDA-cleared ImPACT concussion testing for precise diagnosis
- We provide med-legal consultation with expert witness testimony experience
- Our practice combines nursing, medical, and psychological expertise
- We maintain academic affiliation with UCSD Medical School for continued learning
What people say
Exceptional expertise
Compassionate care
Accurate diagnoses
Effective treatment plans
Services
Neuropsychological Evaluation
Comprehensive testing battery assesses attention, memory, language, and executive functions to diagnose neurological conditions. Ideal for brain injury cases, learning disorders, or cognitive changes. Provides detailed reports for treatment planning and legal documentation purposes.
Sports Concussion Testing
Specialized ImPACT testing for athletes at all levels establishes baseline cognitive function and tracks recovery post-injury. Helps determine safe return-to-play timelines using objective neurocognitive data combined with clinical evaluation.
Psychotherapy
Individual, couples, and family therapy addresses mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and adjustment challenges. Integrates evidence-based techniques with personalized approaches to promote emotional healing and personal growth.
Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Targeted interventions restore cognitive function after brain injury through strategy training and behavioral modifications. Focuses on improving memory, attention, and executive functioning while addressing emotional aspects of recovery.
Med-Legal Consultation
Expert evaluation services for legal cases involving cognitive impairment, competency issues, or neurological damage. Provides objective assessments and court testimony to support personal injury, disability, or elder law cases.
People
Christine Baser
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Baser is a licensed clinical psychologist with 30+ years experience in neuropsychology. Former UCSD Medical Center trainee, now volunteer clinical instructor. Specializes in cognitive assessment, concussion management, and med-legal consultation.
Questions
What types of services does Dr. Baser offer?
Dr. Baser provides psychotherapy, neuropsychological evaluations, sports concussion management, cognitive rehabilitation, and med-legal consultation services for individuals, couples, and families.
How does neuropsychological evaluation work?
This comprehensive assessment uses standardized tests to measure cognitive functions like memory, attention, and executive functioning to diagnose neurological conditions and guide treatment planning.
Is concussion testing covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by provider, but many insurance plans cover medically necessary neuropsychological assessments including concussion evaluation when properly documented.
What makes Dr. Baser's approach unique?
Her combined background in nursing, medical psychology, and neuropsychology allows integrated treatment approaches that address both cognitive and emotional aspects of health.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our Carlsbad office directly at (760) 431-2695 during regular business hours to schedule initial consultations or request appointment information.
