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Linda Anderson, PhD

Clinical Director/Associate Director

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Education: Ph.D., Indiana University

Who I Work With: All Students

How I work with students: My style incorporates a feminist/multicultural lens, and I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and supportive atmosphere where you feel seen and heard. I aim to work collaboratively with you to develop meaningful goals, explore your concerns within your unique individual and cultural context, reinforce your strengths and resilience, and help you implement changes that make sense for you, in your own time and in your own way.

Professional interests: Gender-Affirming Care; Anxiety Disorder; Life Transitions; Depression; Relationships; Sexual Abuse; Trauma and PTSD; Systemic Oppression; Women’s Issues; Parenting.

What Therapy Can Look Like: Cognitive-Behavioral; DBT; Existential; Interpersonal.

Approach to wellness: I believe in the power of connection with others, and enjoy spending free time with family, friends, and my many pets. I also love to laugh, read, appreciate nature and explore our beautiful city.

Languages: English

 

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