Emalise Mitchell, Ph.D., PSYA
Postdoctoral Fellow

Emalise is joining CATS in September 2026.

Emalise is returning to CATS after previously being on our team in 2023 - 2024 as a student. We are thrilled to have her back at CATS as a fellow!

Education:

Ph.D. in School Psychology, University of Washington

M.S. in Applied Psychology, University of Southern California

Licensure

Psychological Associate License: PSYA.PG.70112166,
Practicing under the supervision of Dr. Karen Pavlidis and Dr. Andrea Dorsch.

Certifications:

Nationally Certified School Psychologist

TRAINING

  • Pre-Doctoral Internship at Brooks Powers Group in Seattle, WA

  • University of Washington: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Clinic, Seattle, WA

  • Seattle Children’s Hospital Autism Clinic: Specialized Neurodevelopmental Assessment and Consultation Services, Seattle, WA

EVALUATION SERVICES

  • Neurodevelopmental disabilities

  • ADHD

  • Autism

  • Learning Disorders

THERAPY SERVICES

  • Children and teens

  • Parenting 

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Disruptive behavior

  • Emotion dysregulation

SPECIAL POPULATIONS

  • Neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., ADHD, autism)

  • Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

  • LGBTQ+ youth

THERAPY APPROACHES

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

  • Trauma-informed care

  • Behavior management training for parents

background:

My experience across school and clinical settings has provided me with specialized training in psychoeducational, neurodevelopmental, and pediatric neuropsychological assessment and therapy. I have worked in multiple school districts across western Washington and completed advanced practicum training at Seattle Children’s Hospital and the University of Washington Institute on Human Development and Disability (IHDD), where my clinical work focused on children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental and learning differences as well as individuals with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) diagnosis.

I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to both assessment and therapy, partnering with children, adolescents, and their families to better understand each individual's unique profile. This allows us to develop practical, evidence-based recommendations that support meaningful growth across home, school, and community settings.

In therapy, I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and behavioral interventions. My work is grounded in centering care around helping children and adolescents build confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills.

I describe my style as approachable, collaborative, and compassionate. I am excited to support your child and family as a member of the CATS team!