Hi! I’m Valerie.
I’m a clinical psychologist in California, where I live with my family and our beloved dog, Brownie.
I am thankful to have a career doing what I love: helping people make meaningful changes in their lives. In addition to my work and spending time with my closest people, my other loves include reading and writing, scuba and freediving, running, playing games, meeting new people, and adventuring in new places near and far.
Work History, Education, and Training
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (2022–Present)
Stanford University, School of Medicine
Palo Alto, California
Clinical Assistant Professor (2018–2022)
Stanford University, School of Medicine
Palo Alto, California
Clinical Instructor (2015–2018)
Stanford University, School of Medicine
Palo Alto, California
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology (2014–2015)
San Francisco VA Medical Center
San Francisco, California
Residency in Clinical Psychology (2013–2014)
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Ph.D and M.S. in Clinical Psychology (2008–2014)
University of Florida, Department of Clinical and Health Psychology
Gainesville, Florida
Clinical Research Coordinator (2006–2008)
Washington Center for Clinical Research
Washington, D.C.
Research Assistant (2004–2006)
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
B.A. in Psychology (2001–2004)
Minor in World Religions
Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
