# Children's Behavioral Medicine Collaborative (Children's BMC) > Private pediatric neuropsychology, psychology, and behavioral medicine practice in Tacoma, Washington, serving families across the Puget Sound region, including Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Bainbridge Island, Olympia, and Gig Harbor. Three doctoral-level, fellowship-trained providers administer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and deliver psychotherapy, biofeedback, and skills groups for children, teens, and young adults. New patients are typically scheduled within one week. No referral is required. Key facts: - Practice name: Children's Behavioral Medicine Collaborative (also written as Children's BMC or CBMC) - Office: 2412 North 30th Street, Suite 201, Tacoma, WA 98407 (Old Town Tacoma); parking is available - Phone: (253) 256-3626 | Fax: (253) 256-3786 | Email: admin@childrensbmc.com | Website: https://childrensbmc.com - Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday - Email response time: typically within 1–2 business days - Providers: Katrina Rayls, PhD, Pediatric Neuropsychologist (co-owner); Isabelle Oh, PsyD, Pediatric Psychologist (co-owner); Chelsey Vadixx, PhD, Pediatric Neuropsychologist - Combined experience: more than 50 years in specialty pediatric care at children's hospitals - Ages served: children as young as 3 through college-aged young adults - Payment: private pay; not contracted with insurance; superbills provided for possible out-of-network reimbursement; some plans may approve in-network benefit exceptions - Scheduling: new patients typically scheduled within one week; no referral needed - Telehealth: select services available statewide in Washington; in-person appointments at the Tacoma office - Evaluations are comprehensive rather than single-test screenings - Rescheduling and records: contact by phone or email, or use the patient portal for secure communication and document requests - Children's BMC is not an emergency or crisis service. For emergencies call 911. For mental health crises call or text 988. Text HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. ## Evaluations and Testing - [Neuropsychological Evaluation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/neuropsychological-evaluation/): Comprehensive assessment of how a child thinks, learns, and functions across cognitive, academic, emotional, social, and functional areas, with practical recommendations for home and school. - [ADHD Diagnostic Evaluation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/adhd-diagnostic-evaluation/): Evaluation of attention, executive functioning, and learning patterns to clarify whether ADHD is present and which supports will help. - [Autism Evaluation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/autism-evaluation/): Neurodevelopmental assessment that includes the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2). Shorter evaluations are available for children under age 4. - [Learning Disability Evaluation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/learning-disability-evaluation/): Psychoeducational assessment of reading, writing, and math skills to identify specific learning disorders and the cognitive factors behind them. - [School Entry & Cognitive Screening](https://childrensbmc.com/service/school-entry-cognitive-screening/): Developmentally appropriate screening and assessment for private school applications, gifted programs, general cognitive clarification, and DDA eligibility screening. - [Cognitive Screening](https://childrensbmc.com/service/cognitive-screening/): Brief, objective screening of memory, attention, and executive functioning that can indicate whether a comprehensive evaluation is needed. - [Concussion Consultation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/concussion-consultation/): Evaluation of cognitive, emotional, and academic impact after concussion, with recovery education and strategies. Comprehensive evaluation available when needed. ## Therapy and Treatment - [Psychotherapy](https://childrensbmc.com/service/psychotherapy/): Individual therapy for anxiety, depression, behavioral and mood concerns, and the stress of managing medical conditions. - [Biofeedback](https://childrensbmc.com/service/biofeedback/): Non-invasive, evidence-based treatment for chronic headaches, abdominal pain, and other mind-body symptoms. - [Habit Reversal Therapy](https://childrensbmc.com/service/habit-reversal-therapy/): Structured behavioral treatment, including Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), for tics, hair pulling, skin picking, and other repetitive behaviors. ## Skills Groups - [Skills Groups Overview](https://childrensbmc.com/service/skills-group/): Executive Functioning, Social Skills (PEERS curriculum), and Behavior Management groups offered throughout the year in small, developmentally matched cohorts. - [Executive Functioning Skills Group](https://childrensbmc.com/service/executive-functioning-skills-group/): Strategy-focused group covering time management, organization, goal setting, and emotional regulation. - [Behavior Management Group](https://childrensbmc.com/service/behavior-management-group/): Group format for learning positive, actionable behavioral strategies that reduce conflict at home and school. ## Specialized Services - [Diagnostic Consultation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/diagnostic-consultation/): Focused expert review of clinical history to clarify complex symptoms or provide a second opinion on an existing diagnosis. - [Neurodevelopmental Disorders](https://childrensbmc.com/service/neurodevelopmental-disorders/): Ongoing clinical care, guidance, and long-term planning for children and teens with neurodevelopmental differences. - [Service Qualification (DDA/SPED)](https://childrensbmc.com/service/service-qualification-dda-sped/): Clinical testing and documentation to help children qualify for Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) services or special education (SPED) support. - [School Consultation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/school-consultation/): Direct collaboration with educators and school teams to translate clinical recommendations into IEPs, 504 plans, and classroom strategies. Clinicians attend IEP meetings. - [Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluation](https://childrensbmc.com/service/forensic-neuropsychological-evaluation/): Objective neuropsychological testing for legal proceedings, personal injury cases, and workers' compensation claims. ## About and Contact - [About Us](https://childrensbmc.com/about-us/): Practice story, care philosophy, and the team of fellowship-trained pediatric neuropsychologists and psychologists. - [Katrina Rayls, PhD](https://childrensbmc.com/team/katrina-rayls/): Pediatric Neuropsychologist and co-owner. Nearly 30 years of experience; fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina; previously at University of Utah and Mary Bridge Children's (20 years). Specializes in neurodevelopmental disorders and medical conditions affecting development and learning. - [Isabelle Oh, PsyD](https://childrensbmc.com/team/isabelle-oh/): Pediatric Psychologist and co-owner. Fellowship at University of Louisville / Norton Children's Hospital; previously in Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at Mary Bridge Children's. Specializes in anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, and children with medical and developmental conditions. Offers telehealth statewide. - [Chelsey Vadixx, PhD](https://childrensbmc.com/team/chelsey-vadixx/): Pediatric Neuropsychologist. Fellowship at Seattle Children's Hospital; previously in Neurobehavioral Medicine at Mary Bridge Children's. Specializes in ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, head injuries, chronic medical illness, and forensic evaluation/expert witness in pediatric head injury cases. - [Contact Us](https://childrensbmc.com/contact-us/): Phone, fax, email, office address and hours, and appointment requests. New patients are typically scheduled within one week. - [AI & LLM Info](https://childrensbmc.com/llm-info/): Verified practice facts, canonical service URLs, and common questions maintained for AI assistants and answer engines. ## Crisis Resources (available 24/7) Children's BMC is not a crisis center and does not provide emergency services. - Emergency: 911 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988 - Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741 - Pierce County (Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Puyallup): 1-800-576-7764 - King County (Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Renton): 206-461-3222 - Thurston County (Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater): 1-800-270-0041 - Kitsap County (Bremerton, Silverdale): 1-888-910-0416 - Teen Link (youth 21 and under, daily 6 PM–10 PM): 1-866-833-6546 - Full WA State crisis line directory: https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/injury-and-violence-prevention/suicide-prevention/hotline-text-and-chat-resources ## Optional - [Patient Portal](https://childrensbmc.clientsecure.me/): Secure portal for current and new patients; also used for records requests and secure messaging. - [Bella](https://childrensbmc.com/team/bella/): Bella, a Biewer Terrier, is the practice's resident office dog. - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/cbmcollab/): Practice Instagram profile. - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/p/Childrens-Behavioral-Medicine-Collaborative-61554222389839/): Practice Facebook page. - [Privacy Policy](https://childrensbmc.com/privacy-policy/): Site privacy policy. - [Terms & Conditions](https://childrensbmc.com/terms-conditions/): Site terms and conditions.