Dr. Ava Mitchell Ph.D., LCSW

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Dr. Ava Mitchell, Ph.D., LCSW

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Dr. Ava Mitchell Ph.D., LCSW

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Dr. Ava Mitchell, Ph.D., LCSW, is a clinical psychologist and licensed social worker with 10+ years of experience. Known for her warm approach, she supports clients with issues from anxiety to life transitions. A lecturer at the University of Michigan and trauma care expert, Dr. Mitchell fosters resilience through personalized, mindful support.

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Dr. Ava Mitchell, Ph.D., LCSW is a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience in private practice and various clinical settings. Before starting her own practice, Dr. Mitchell worked in several different psychological environments, inpatient and outpatient. She sees individuals with a wide range of issues from anxiety to life transitions. Dr. Mitchell is known for her warm and down to earth approach and likes to actively work with clients to understand and address their concerns. She is committed to providing excellent care and constantly refining her practice to serve her clients better.

Education:

  • D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Michigan
  • Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Chicago
  • Bachelor’s in Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Experience:

  • Clinical Psychologist, New Horizons Therapy Center (2015-Present)
  • Therapist, Community Mental Health Clinic (2012-2015)
  • Social Work Intern, Central City Health Services (2010-2012)

Recent Jobs:

  • Lecturer, University of Michigan (2021-Present)
  • Consultant, Wellness and Mental Health Programs, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (2018-Present)

Awards:

  • Emerging Professional Award, National Association of Social Workers (NASW) (2020)
  • Excellence in Clinical Practice Award, Michigan Psychological Association (2018)

Credentials:

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT)
  • Certificate in Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)

Mentions:

  • Featured in Mental Health Today for her work in innovative therapy practices (2023)
  • Quoted in The Detroit News on stress management (2022)
  • Interviewed on NPR’s “Weekend Edition” about anxiety (2021)

Credibility:

Dr. Mitchell is an ethical and compassionate practitioner. Clients like her warm and engaging style. Colleagues see her as a dedicated professional who is always looking to improve her skills. With several awards and credentials, Dr. Mitchell is making a name for herself in the field of clinical psychology.

Areas of Practice:

  • Anxiety,
  • Depression,
  • Life Transitions,
  • Relationships,
  • Stress,
  • Trauma and PTSD,
  • Self-Esteem,
  • Mindfulness,
  • Assessment

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