Helping Neurodivergent Youths Build Confidence and Skills

Executive function coaching, parent consultation, and strength-based psychological support
English, Cantonese, Mandarin | Therapy in San Francisco Bay Area & New Mexico
Portrait of Dr. Ryan Yam

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D.
Licensed Educational Psychologist – California
Licensed Psychologist – New Mexico

Helping Neurodivergent Youths Build Confidence and Skills

Executive function coaching, parent consultation, and strength-based psychological support
English, Cantonese, Mandarin | Therapy in San Francisco Bay Area & New Mexico
Portrait of Dr. Ryan Yam

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D.
Licensed Educational Psychologist – California
Licensed Psychologist – New Mexico

Helping Neurodivergent Youths Build Confidence and Skills

Executive function coaching, parent consultation, and strength-based psychological support
English, Cantonese, Mandarin | Therapy in San Francisco Bay Area & New Mexico
Portrait of Dr. Ryan Yam

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D.
Licensed Educational Psychologist – California
Licensed Psychologist – New Mexico

Is your child dealing with…

Is your child dealing with…

Don’t worry, these are common challenges children face during their developmental years.

Don’t worry, these are common challenges children face during their developmental years.

Anxiety & Big Feelings

Worries, fears, and emotions that feel overwhelming

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Focus, Attention & Memory Challenges

Difficulty staying on task, remembering, or following through

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Behavior & Discipline Struggles

Meltdowns, defiance, or frequent power struggles

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Friendships & Social Confidence

Trouble making friends, reading social cues, or fitting in

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Parenting & Parent-Child Connection

Strengthening communication, trust, and cooperation at home

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Meet Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D.

Meet Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D.

Integrating Educational and Clinical Psychology to Support Children, Teens, and Families

Parenting a struggling child can feel exhausting and isolating. You don’t have to navigate it alone. If you’re open to reflection, collaboration, and meaningful growth, I welcome the opportunity to explore how we can support your child and family together.

Parenting a struggling child can feel exhausting and isolating. You don’t have to navigate it alone. If you’re open to reflection, collaboration, and meaningful growth, I welcome the opportunity to explore how we can support your child and family together.

I specialize in helping children and teens with ADHD, anxiety, and behavioral challenges build emotional regulation and executive functioning skills. My approach is structured, evidence-based, and strength-focused, combining therapy with parent coaching to create practical, lasting change at home and school.

I specialize in helping children and teens with ADHD, anxiety, and behavioral challenges build emotional regulation and executive functioning skills. My approach is structured, evidence-based, and strength-focused, combining therapy with parent coaching to create practical, lasting change at home and school.

Portrait of Dr. Ryan Yam

Ryan Yam, Psy.D.
Licensed Educational Psychologist – California
Licensed Psychologist – New Mexico
ADHD & Executive Function Specialist

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin

Specialized in youth education and family well-being, Relationship-based, developmentally informed approach

A husband to my loving wife and father to our 3 children

Dual expertise in both clinical and educational psychology

Born in Hong Kong, immigrated to the US during adolescence

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Educational Psychology

Clients Experiences

Clients Experiences

Words from Dr. Ryan Yam's clients

Words from Dr. Ryan Yam's clients

I’ve consistently been impressed by the care, clarity, and compassion that Dr. Yam brings to every family he serves. His ability to help kids, teens, and parents is truly remarkable. Dr. Yam meets them exactly where they are, helping them build resilience, motivation, and a renewed sense of hope. His approach is thoughtful and infused with genuine warmth. His psychological and educational assessments are thorough and insightful, giving families a clear understanding. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Yam to any family seeking guidance, clarity, and support. He is not only a skilled Licensed Educational Psychologist but also a trusted partner in helping children thrive.

Ashley Onzo

I have had the pleasure working with Ryan in the school environment. He is extremely knowledgeable and goes above and beyond in supporting not only the students but their families. He is always willing to take the time to listen to anyone in need and is always willing to help lend a helping hand. I have seen him make a difference in not only the student’s life but also the teachers that he works with. I have never worked with any other psychologist like Ryan. He truly is someone special who treats everyone he comes into contact like family. There is truly no words to express the gratitude I have towards Ryan and the remarkable work he is doing.

Alyssia Baker

Very happy I found this place for my child. Dr. Yam was very professional and kind advising for my child. We were introduced a program where we spend 30 minutes a day with our child to increase his focus level and strengthen his memory. Highly recommend!

Cheery C.

I have been working with Dr. Yam and he has been wonderful to work with. His insights, wisdom, and unwavering support has helped guide me through some of the biggest learning milestones of my career. I highly recommend him. Thank you, Dr. Yam!

Willy T.

Brian Wong

Your mental health wellness starts here

Contact Dr. Ryan Yam at Dual Minds Psychology to schedule a consultation.

Your mental health wellness starts here

Contact Dr. Ryan Yam at Dual Minds Psychology to schedule a consultation.

Your mental health wellness starts here

Contact Dr. Ryan Yam at Dual Minds Psychology to schedule a consultation.

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D. | DualMinds Psychology

Providing in-person therapy for children and Family in San Francisco, Bay Area and Telehealth services for clients located in New Mexico.

Trilingual with English, Cantonese, Mandarin.

Licensed Educational Psychologist (California, LEP #4497)
Licensed Psychologist (New Mexico PSY-2026-0020)

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D. | DualMinds Psychology

Providing in-person therapy for children and Family in San Francisco, Bay Area and Telehealth services for clients located in New Mexico.

Trilingual with English, Cantonese, Mandarin.

Licensed Educational Psychologist (California, LEP #4497)
Licensed Psychologist (New Mexico PSY-2026-0020)

Dr. Ryan Yam, Psy.D. | DualMinds Psychology

Providing in-person therapy for children and Family in San Francisco, Bay Area and Telehealth services for clients located in New Mexico.

Trilingual with English, Cantonese, Mandarin.

Licensed Educational Psychologist (California, LEP #4497)
Licensed Psychologist (New Mexico PSY-2026-0020)