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My Story

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My name is Dr. Akilah (pronouns: she/her/hers)! I am  a California-based psychologist, professor, and media contributor. My work focuses on emotional well-being, parenting, and building healthier, more connected lives and relationships.

 

I offer therapy, coaching, and workplace wellness. Beyond the therapy room, I share my insights as a podcast host, medical reviewer for online health platforms, mental wellness consultant for media and tech, and a speaker - empowering audiences to thrive with balance, care, and connection.

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I have fifteen years of clinical experience, eight of these years licensed, working across multiple settings including: academic medical center, VA Medical Center, hospitals, psychiatric inpatient facilities, community mental health, schools, juvenile probation, private practice, foster care.

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Fun Facts: Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, I consider myself tri-coastal having called California, New York, and Texas home. I currently reside between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area where I enjoy the sunshine, hiking trails, beach days, watching movies, writing, traveling, and of course rooftops!

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"Be intentional about creating the life you want to live."

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Education and Training​

PhD Counseling Psychology, University of Houston

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EdM Psychological Counseling, Teachers College, Columbia University

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BA Psychology, University of California, Berkeley

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Postdoctoral Fellowship

Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

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Predoctoral Internship

Monrovia Intensive Outpatient, Pacific Clinics

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Psychologists traditionally (or perhaps stereotypically) conduct research in University basements or see patients in hospitals and offices - but Dr. Akilah has a different approach. In this modern world, psychology offers solutions to real life problems and healing that can benefit everyday people. So why should it be limited to four walls? Dr. Akilah brings psychology to YOU! Right where you are - in your home, car, community, faith center, school, or work.

My Mission

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