Our Team

What truly sets The Goldman Center of Chicago apart is our dedicated and exceptional team. Our skilled and compassionate psychologists bring years of experience in working closely with families, expertly guiding them through every aspect of the diagnostic evaluation process. Our amazing support staff, including our psychometrist and client coordinators, are here to provide the guidance and support you need, ensuring you feel confident and cared for every step of the way.

Dr. Stephanie Borjas Clark

Lead Psychologist

Dr. Stephanie Borjas Clark is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working with children and adolescents. She has experience supporting children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, disruptive behavior disorders, depression, and anxiety in both school and clinic settings.

Dr. Borjas Clark received her undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and her doctoral degree in School Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Throughout her graduate training, Dr. Borjas Clark gained experience working with children and families with a variety of strengths and needs.

Parents and families enjoy working with Dr. Borjas Clark based on her compassion and empathy. She ensures that the families she works with feel supported and understood. She works collaboratively with parents and other professionals to find ways to best support the child.

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Dr. Nicole Patterson

Psychologist

Dr. Nicole Patterson is a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working with child and adolescent populations. She has experience with a range of developmental disorders and abilities in a variety of high-risk outpatient settings.

Dr. Patterson earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Throughout graduate school, Dr. Patterson worked at Northwestern University for a center focused on best practices relating to treatment for developmental trauma.

Dr. Patterson takes a strengths-based approach when collaboratively working with clients to build skills and social awareness. Regular communication with treatment providers, caregivers, and teachers is at the forefront of her work in providing a continuity of care for clients and their families.

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Diana Salgado

Psychometrist

Diana Salgado is the dedicated Psychometrist at the Goldman Center, where she supports our clinical psychologists by conducting thorough evaluations. Diana brings a robust background in both clinical and administrative roles within the field of psychology. Since starting her career in 2018, she has worked as a behavioral therapist and later as a scheduling coordinator for ABA companies, which has equipped her with a deep understanding of the needs of families navigating behavioral therapy services.

Diana received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from National Louis University in Chicago, Illinois. Her extensive experience in the ABA field and her educational background have prepared her to effectively support families and ensure they receive the comprehensive care necessary for success.

Families appreciate Diana's enthusiasm and dedication. Her combination of clinical knowledge and administrative expertise ensures that each family feels supported and poised for success. Diana collaborates closely with families and clinical staff, fostering an environment that promotes optimal outcomes for all involved.

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Mia DeLasho

Client Coordinator

As a Client Coordinator at the Goldman Center, Mia DeLasho works with families across all intake, scheduling, and logistical needs throughout the evaluation process. Mia earned her bachelor’s degree in linguistics from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, where she gained extensive administrative experience working for the university’s academic success center. Prior to joining the Goldman team, Mia worked closely with children and families in both the preschool and early childhood developmental settings.

Mia is passionate about helping all families find and access the resources they need to support their child’s development and help them achieve their goals.

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Jared Paullin

Client Coordinator

Jared serves as a Client Coordinator at The Goldman Center, where he brings his compassionate nature and dedication to helping families navigate the diagnostic process. With a background in psychology and hands-on experience supporting autistic children, Jared is a calming presence for families from their first contact with The Goldman Center through to the assessment and beyond.

Jared earned his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Over the past three years, he worked in a preschool setting, providing classroom support and behavioral therapy for autistic children. This experience has equipped Jared with a deep understanding of the challenges families face, and he is committed to guiding them with empathy and kindness every step of the way.

In his spare time, Jared enjoys running along Chicago’s lakefront, playing soccer with friends, cooking, baking, and discovering cafes and breakfast spots in the city.

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"Our experience with The Goldman Center was incredibly supportive. They were there for us when we felt most vulnerable, quickly setting up an evaluation for our son when other places had long wait times. The staff treated us with kindness, answered all our questions thoroughly, and made us feel comfortable throughout the diagnosis process. They provided us with excellent resources and therapy programs, leading to great success for our son. We highly recommend The Goldman Center!"

"A friend recommended The Goldman Center to us, and now we recommend them to anyone who suspects their child may be neurodivergent. Getting a proper diagnosis was crucial for us, and we needed a place that was both thorough in testing and could clearly explain how our son's diagnosis specifically affected him. Goldman did exactly that, providing detailed insights and recommending resources tailored to our son's unique needs."

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Expert Evaluations to Continuous Care

Our expert evaluations provide a thorough understanding of your child's development, leading to personalized recommendations for ongoing support. From assessment to continuous care, we’re dedicated to guiding your child's growth every step of the way.