getting to know me
I am a licensed psychologist based in San Diego providing telehealth throughout California. Through an integrated cognitive behavioral and interpersonal approach, I collaborate with my clients to promote awareness, insight, and adaptive thinking. I base my work on research-backed interventions so you can rest assured that you will see improvement.
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A trusting relationship is at the core of all of my client work. I'm always willing to talk candidly so that therapy feels safe and helpful. I believe that you're the expert on you and carefully listen to my clients to provide them with care tailored to their needs. As an Armenian American, I welcome clients representing all identities and diverse cultures and religions.
education
PhD, Fordham University, New York, NY (APA-accredited counseling psychology doctoral program)
MS, Fordham University, New York, NY
BS, magna cum laude, Boston University, Boston, MA
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advanced training
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Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of California, San Diego, Counseling & Psychological Services/Student Health Services with a specialization in Behavioral Health
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APA-Accredited Internship at University of San Diego Counseling Center
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Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Certificate Training
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Training through Deployment Psychology
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) Training through Deployment Psychology
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Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) through Cognitive Behavioral Institute
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professional memberships
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Postpartum Health Alliance Board Member, President 2024 - present (previous Education Chair, 2021 - 2023)
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Postpartum Support International, 2020 - present
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clinical experience
I've provided therapy in diverse settings across New York City and San Diego—including inpatient and partial hospitalization programs, college counseling centers, community clinics, and a family medicine practice at a large Bronx hospital. Through this work, I gained extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic approaches, and family therapy. This broad training allows me to recognize a wide range of mental health concerns and either provide effective treatment or help connect you with the right support.
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Clinical Fellow at The City University of New York Graduate Center - Counseling Center, New York, NY
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North Central Bronx Hospital, Partial Hospitalization and Inpatient Programs, Bronx, NY
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Montefiore Medical Center - Family Health Center, Behavioral Health Department, Bronx, NY
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Brightpoint Health, Primary Care Clinic, Bronx, NY
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Barnard College, Furman Counseling Center, New York, NY
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To learn more about my clinical and research experience, please find my CV here.