"During my training in the PGSP-Stanford Psy.D. Consortium, I learned not only how to be an excellent clinician, but how to critically evaluate research and develop programs to meet the needs of my patients and my organization. This training served me well in my role as a Postdoctoral Residency Training Director, and will continue to do so in my role as a manager." - Jennifer B. MacLearmy, Ph.D.
Where are you living currently?
I live in Petaluma in beautiful Sonoma County, CA.
What is your current job?
“I think my business psychology degree is what sparked SAP’s interest in me. As workplaces are becoming more diverse, a psychology background will become increasingly important in a business setting.”
- Emelie Kallner, B.S. Business Psychology
Dr. Haygoush Kalinian is a licensed Psychologist/ Neuropsychologist and credentialed by the National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology. She is engaged in private practice in South Orange County CA. The focus of her practice is in the areas of Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychological Evaluation and Treatment of adults and the elderly who suffer from cognitive, neurological, medical, and psychiatric disorders. Additionally, Dr. Kalinian is a consultant to the Dept. of Medicine of Mission Hospital
"Learning from some of the top practitioners in our field while also gaining a solid foundation in evidence-based treatments has been invaluable. To have the ability to critically consume and evaluate research and then use this to develop programs/curriculum has afforded me quite a significant amount of versatility career-wise."
- Jacinta Jiménez, PsyD
Where are you living currently?
I live in San Francisco, CA.
What is your current job?
It’s a great feeling to finish a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology! Surprisingly, the past five years have gone by so fast. Right now, I only feel gratitude for the many clinical experiences I have received. While academics have prepared me to work in this field, my clients have taught me so much more about life. I learned a great deal about severe mental illness while working at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. Patients with severe mental illness have many challenges, and I was often amazed at how quickly they could recover.
“Professional development in psychology is a lifelong process of building competencies and professional identity.” - Dr. Luli Emmons
Psychologist and Former Vice President for Professional Development at Palo Alto University
A licensed psychologist in California, a PAU alumnus, and former Vice President of PGSP’s Office of Professional Development (OPAD). OPAD staff provide guidance and career-planning services to PAU students throughout their practicum and internship training and their preparation for postdoctoral training.
Class of 2020, PhD. in Clinical Psychology
Why PAU?