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Dr. Gustafson has a private practice in Los Angeles, California

"PAIN IS INEVITABLE; SUFFERING IS OPTIONAL."

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buddhist proverb

ABOUT

I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in LA and see clients online throughout the state of CA.​

 

I see clients as a part of Heartship Psychological Services located at Village Birth. 

 

I work with high-achieving women who are experiencing stress, depression, anxiety,

pregnancy/postpartum 

and am perinatal mental health certified (PMH-C).

 

As the author of Reclaim Your Life: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in 7 Weeks,

I specialize in ACT. ​

 

ACT helps people learn skills, such as mindfulness and compassion,

to handle difficult thoughts and feelings so they can find freedom from suffering and engage in their life.

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I have also served as an Adjunct Professor and Adjunct Clinical Supervisor at Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology.

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When I’m not working with clients, you can find me meditating, practicing yoga, journaling, going on adventures with my husband and daughters or playing with our dog.

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EDUCATION, TRAINING,  
& CAREER

EDUCATION

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  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Santa Clara University

  • Master of Arts in Psychology in Education, Columbia University

  • Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University

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TRAINING

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  • Pre-doctoral Internship: Santa Ana College

  • Post-doctoral Fellowship: VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center 

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CAREER

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  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist (CA 30196)

  • Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology

  • Adjunct Clinical Faculty at Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology​​

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CERTIFICATIONS

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  • Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International (PSI)

  • Certificate from American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)

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