MADHUVANTI PATWARDHAN, Psy.D., LPA
Dr. Patwardhan was born and raised in Bombay, India, moved to the USA about 20 years ago and calls North Carolina home. She has a breadth of training and experience in the assessment and evaluations of children (10 years +), adolescents, adults and older adults with psychological and neuropsychological problems including concerns related to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder; learning disabilities; mood disorders; traumatic brain injury/concussive syndromes; and neurological problems including various dementias, Alzheimer’s Disease, pre-surgical evaluations for Parkinson’s and epilepsy, Mild Neurocognitive Disorder, and other medical conditions related to cognitive concerns. She has also had training in evidence-based treatments (CBT) with adults/older adults with mood related problems including anxiety and depression. Dr. Patwardhan completed her clinical psychology degree from Adler University in Chicago, Illinois, and is currently Licensed as a Psychological Associate (LPA). She completed an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited internship at Central Regional Hospital in Butner NC. She has completed 2 years of Post-Doctoral training with emphasis in Neuropsychology at UNC’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Chapel Hill, NC and a private practice in Raleigh, NC respectively. She enjoys cooking, working out, fishing, and travelling to new places. But most of all she loves spending time with her family, her 2 dogs, ducks, and chickens.
MICHAEL J. REED, Psy.D., LP, HSP-P
Dr. Reed was born and raised in Alaska, but now calls North Carolina home. He is an experienced clinical psychologist who has a breadth of experience in treating individuals from all walks of life using evidenced-based cognitive behavioral therapies (e.g., Unified Protocol, PE, CBTi). He is also trained in various psychological assessment measures and is able to conduct psychological testing for various referral concerns, such as:; autism spectrum disorder; attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder; cognitive concerns; pre-surgical evaluations; posttraumatic stress disorder, and other concerns. He is a LGBTQIA+ affirming psychologist.
He completed his clinical psychology degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage and his doctorate in counseling psychology from Alaska Pacific University. He completed an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited internship through the Alaska Psychology Internship Consortium at Providence Family Medicine Center’s Integrated Behavioral Health program. He and his partner like to hike and travel. Before coming to North Carolina they drove from coast to coast exploring the United States.
RYAN TALBERT, Psy.D.
Sees children ages 4 and up, adolescents, and adults. Ryan is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for individuals with mood, behavioral, relational, developmental, substance abuse, minority, multicultural, and ethnic identity issues. Ryan has previously worked in a variety of forensic settings including juvenile hall and a state hospital in California. A native of Hawaii, Ryan practices a flexible and open approach, meeting the needs of the person where they are here and now. He has specialized research and training with children and adolescent development, trauma, substance abuse, and Bicultural identity.
LORI VASQUEZ, MA, LPA
Lori Vasquez is a Licensed Psychological Associate who currently provides psychological evaluations for children (6+), adolescents, and adults. She has extensive experience conducting assessments in the areas of ADHD, IDD, anxiety, mood, and learning. She has previously worked in the school system as a contract evaluator to help support students and over the years, has provided both outpatient and inpatient mental health services to children, adults, and the geriatric population. She recently retired from the State System and moved to the area and is excited to join Carolina Psychological Associates!
