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    Dr. Aranda

    Brenda Aranda, Ph.D is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at DBT Arizona. Dr. Aranda is also currently an Assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, and an Adjunct Professor at Arizona State University (ASU) & an adjunct professor at Midwestern University. Dr. Aranda received her postdoctoral training at Harbor University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) Medical Center and Pre-doctoral training at the University of Southern California (USC) Medical School/ Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). She has also co-authored and published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and chapters.

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    Dr. Oglesby

    Monique Oglesby, Psy D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at DBT Arizona. Dr. Oglesby works with a variety of conditions common to children, adolescents, and adults including trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidality, and nonsuicidal self injury (NSSI) and related concerns. Dr. Oglesby is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure with Response Prevention (ExRP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT).

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    Dr. Alihodzic

    Dino Alihodzic, Psy. D., is a licensed clinical psychologist at DBT Arizona. Dr. Alihodzic also currently holds a position at the Phoenix VA Health Care system where he completed his postdoctoral internship. Dr. Alihodzic completed his doctoral education at Midwestern University, Glendale. He completed a predoctoral internship at Southwest Behavioral & Health services providing treatment and assessment at a community mental health clinic.

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    Dr. Smart

    Latoya Smart, Ph.D. is a licensed Clinical Psychologist at DBT Arizona. Dr. Smart is an assistant professor at Prairie View A&M University, Texas A&M International University, and Grand Canyon University. Dr. Smart provides services for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 18-25). She also provides individual as well as group therapy. Additionally, Dr. Smart is trained in psychological assessment.

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    Dr. Pepiton

    Brianna Pepiton, PsyD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at DBT Arizona, specializing in trauma, addiction, and chronic mental health challenges. With expertise in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), she helps clients build resilience, manage emotions, and develop practical coping skills. Her experience in forensic psychology, assessment, and clinical supervision informs her compassionate, evidence-based approach to care.

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    Dr. Varkey

    Betsy Varkey, PhD licensed clinical psychologist at DBT Arizona. She completed her doctoral training in Clinical and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. Dr. Varkey completed her predoctoral internship at Harmonium, Inc in San Diego conducting individual, family and group therapy with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of presenting issues.

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    F. Gomez

    M.A. Doctoral Student

    Francesca is a PhD Student at Arizona State University and a Pre-doctoral clinician at DBT Arizona. She is originally from Texas where she completed her Bachelor's degree in psychology at Trinity University. Francesca provides individual and group services for adolescents and adults. Her clinical training includes the use of evidence-based treatments specific to coping, emotion regulation, disordered eating behaviors, and body image.

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    E. Bartsch

    M.A . Doctoral Student

    Eva is a PhD student in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University. Eva is originally from Germany, and completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Manhattan College in New York City. Eva provides individual and group services for adolescents and adults. Her clinical training includes the use of evidence-based practices to enhance coping skills, emotion regulation, and self-compassion.

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    M. Wilson

    M.A . Doctoral Student

    Maria is a doctoral graduate student in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D., program at Arizona State University. She grew up in Miami, FL and received her B.A in Psychology from Florida International University (FIU). Prior to attending ASU, she completed a four-year Post-Baccalaureate Research Coordinator position at the Center for Children and Families at FIU. Maria will be providing individual and group therapy to children and adolescents, and young adults (ages 18-25).

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    K. Rosenberg

    M.A. Doctoral Student

    Katherine is a doctoral student pursuing a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at Northern Arizona University. Katherine completed her bachelor's degree in psychology at Arizona State University, where she also pursued a master's degree in organizational leadership.

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    S. Ostner

    M.A. Doctoral Student

    Savannah Ostner is a PhD student in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University. She is originally from Memphis, Tennessee, and completed her Bachelor of Science in psychology as a student-athlete at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.

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    Olivia Hutchinson

    Doctoral student

    Olivia Hutchinson is a PsyD student in Clinical Psychology at Northern Arizona University. She is originally from the United Kingdom. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience at Loyola University in Chicago.

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    Lynn Muldrew

    M.A. Doctoral Student

    L. Muldrew is a PhD student in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University and a Pre-doctoral clinician at DBT Arizona. She is originally from County Armagh, Northern Ireland, and completed her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom.

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    Elizabeth Knight

    Clinical Coordinator

    Elizabeth Knight is a dedicated Clinical Coordinator with over 15 years of experience in client support and service. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Elizabeth developed a deep appreciation for community and connection, values that continue to guide her professional life.

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