About Tava L. Arnold, PhD

Tava Arnold, Ph.D., serves as the psychologist for several interdisciplinary teams at Phoenix Children's Hospital and licensed by the Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners.

Dr. Arnold's expertise includes helping children and their families navigate medical treatments, surgeries, and other challenges associated with complex health conditions. She has specialty training in pediatric psychology which includes pre-surgical evaluations, psychotherapy, and medical team consultation. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Society of Pediatric Psychology, and American Cochlear Implant Alliance.

Dr. Arnold earned her doctorate degree in counseling psychology with an emphasis in health psychology from Georgia State University. Dr. Arnold completed her pre-doctoral internship at the Children's Hospital of Orange County in Orange, CA and post - doctoral fellowship at the Rocky Mountain Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Program in Denver, CO.

Medical School / Education

Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA

Internship

Children's Hospital of Orange County, Orange, CA; Rocky Mountain Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Denver, CO

Fellowship

Rocky Mountain Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Denver, CO

Arizona Board of Psychologist Examiners

Professional Affiliations

American Psychological Association

Society of Pediatric Psychology

American Cochlear Implant Alliance

Locations

Phoenix Children's Hospital - Thomas Campus

1919 E. Thomas Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85016

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Dr. Arnold was a tremendous doctor to have care for my daughter. She was incredibly knowledgeable and presented coping skills in a scaffolded approach that built upon itself. She explained things clearly, and seemed to truly understand where my daughter was coming from. I asked my daughter what she would say about Dr. Arnold and she said that everyone who suffers from migraines should have the opportunity to work with Dr. Arnold.

In my opinion Dr. Arnold was very competent in compiling a complete history of my Grandson, including Health, Social & Environmental, in order to assess whether he would be a candidate for a Cochlear Implant! She made me feel comfortable during my visit, while making sure any questions were addressed!

Dr. Tava was fantastic. She provided an open and comfortable environment for us. She provided us with additional resources to better assist our situation. We look forward to meeting with her again!