

Welcome to My Site!
I am passionate about helping clients to achieve emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness. I believe that wellness exists on a continuum, and achieving optimal health involves working with clients to develop treatment plans that integrate relevant cultural, social, physical, and psychological factors. As a clinical health psychologist, I often work with clients who have chronic illness and am comfortable collaborating with my clients' physicians, when it is appropriate.
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My primary therapeutic orientation includes cognitive behavioral therapy. I also incorporate attachment-based therapy, dialectical behavior therapy approaches, and somatic/mind-body interventions in my work with clients. I am trained in EMDR for treating traumatic stress, dialectic behavior therapy, and am a certified life coach. Let me help you overcome the emotional barriers that are holding you back so that you can reach your full potential.
About Me
Dr. Thomas is a national speaker and expert on the effects of uncontrolled chronic stress on mental and physical health. She has over 20 years experience and has published numerous research studies on this topic.
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Dr. Thomas practices as a licensed clinical health psychologist providing psychotherapy to clients coping with chronic illness, major life changes, and/or traumatic stress. She also conducts psychological testing for diagnosing ADHD, providing insight into complex psychological problems, and understanding the nature of cognitive challenges caused by medical conditions affecting the brain.
Professional and Education Background
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Education and Professional Experience
2007-2009
Postdoctoral Fellowship
2006-2007
Clinical Internship
2003-2006
MPH, Health Promotion
2001-2007
PhD, Clinical Psychology
Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology
UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience
APA-Approved Clinical Psychology Internship
University of California, Los Angeles Neuropsychiatric Institute
Master's Degree in Public Health (Health Promotion Concentration)
San Diego State University, San Diego, San Diego, CA
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Health Psychology Concentration)
San Diego State University/University of California, San Diego
Joint Doctoral Program