Medical Advisor

Akilah Reynolds, PhD

Dr. Akilah Reynolds is a licensed psychologist in California. She practices at an academic psychiatric center and in private practice. Dr. Reynolds specializes in child psychology, parenting, depression and anxiety, and work-life balance.

Education

  • University of California, Berkeley, BA
  • Columbia University, EdM, MA
  • University of Houston, PhD

Certifications

  • Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) Certified Trainer
  • Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP)

Professional Accomplishments

  • Completed a fellowship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in adolescent and young adult medicine
  • Co-founder of the SBW Wellness Collaborative, LLC

Affiliations

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