Kayla Langer, Psy.D is a clinical psychologist at San Diego Kids First who specializes in psychodiagnostic evaluations and therapy with children and adolescents. She earned her master’s and doctorate in clinical psychology from Alliant International University, where she also serves as an adjunct faculty member. Dr. Langer has trained in a variety of clinical settings, including the Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health and the San Diego Center for Children.
She is certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and is passionate about supporting children and families through evidence-based interventions. Dr. Langer is especially dedicated to enhancing the parent–child relationship, providing families with practical and effective strategies, and fostering children’s success both at home and in school. She values collaboration and enjoys working as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
Outside of her clinical and teaching roles, Dr. Langer enjoys going to the beach, hiking, and woodworking.
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I am a general pediatrician with a special interest in ADHD, spending about 20% of my clinical time caring for ADHD patients. I have known Dr Pontillo since 2005 and have an enormous respect for her clinical skills and insights. She is my “go to” psychologist for more complicated developmental issues and for diagnosis of subtle high functioning disabilities. Dr. Pontillo’s interest in her patients and her ability to clearly delineate developmental problems allows parents to move forward with establishing a treatment plan. She is an invaluable resource to the San Diego Pediatric community.