Dr. Zervoulakos is a licensed clinical psychologist and Certified Child Custody Evaluator. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Forensic Psychology and her Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology with a Police Concentration from The Chicago School. With seven years of experience in the mental health field, Dr. Zervoulakos works with young adults and adults and brings specialized training in forensic psychology, psychological assessment, and trauma-informed care.
Dr. Zervoulakos conducts comprehensive assessments for a range of psychological and cognitive concerns, including attention and executive functioning difficulties, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex clinical presentations. Her integrative, culturally responsive approach recognizes that psychological functioning is shaped by each person’s development, relationships, culture, and life experiences. She makes the assessment process collaborative and meaningful, translating complex findings into clear, practical recommendations.
Dr. Zervoulakos utilizes a warm, direct, and collaborative approach, believing that compassion and accountability can coexist. She creates a space where clients can explore difficult experiences honestly while being challenged to examine unhelpful patterns and take intentional action toward the life they want to build. When working with substance use, she incorporates harm-reduction principles, meeting clients where they are rather than approaching change through shame or judgment. At the heart of her work is the belief that a person’s past can help explain their patterns without defining their future.
Dr. Zervoulakos’s doctoral research examined campus sexual assault policies and how institutional practices may influence reporting. She has published two book reviews, continues to engage in professional writing, research, and education, and is a member of the San Diego Psychological Association’s forensic committee. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, going to the beach, video games and board games, and dancing.
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