Melissa Lavin, Psychologist
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Melissa Lavin

Psychologist

62 Montoya Drive Branford Connecticut, 6405
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Mental health professional specializing in TF-CBT with children, adolescents, and adults. Responsible self-starter who is dedicated to improving the well-being of others. I am professionally driven to help others overcome personal obstacles and daily stresses. I am a team-orientated psychologist with a strong track record of establishing and maintaining solid therapeutic relationships with clients, co-workers, and local agencies. I have worked in a variety of settings�and practiced under interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and psychodynamic therapeutic backgrounds.�

Education and Training

School of Professional Psychology at Forest Institute; Doctorate In Psychology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 12 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

Children and Adults

Awards

  • Top health care provider in New Haven, granted by International Association of Healthcare Professionals   

Areas of research

Dissertation: "The effects of child sexual abuse on body image in pre-adolescent children".

Research Project on: "Using emotional intelligence to predictpolice officer's attitudes towards the mental ill". (submitted for publication)

I am currently assisting in Havard's research study on a newevidenced basedtreatment manual (MATCH-ADTC), for children's therapy services. MATCH- Modular Approach Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems.

Melissa Lavin's Practice location

62 Montoya Drive -
Branford, Connecticut 6405
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