ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

Micol Levi-Minzi, Psy.D.

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Licensed Psychologist,
Motivational Speaker & Lecturer

  • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • CLINICAL PRACTICE

Dr. Levi (Dr. Levi-Minzi) offers evidence-based, creative therapy for adults facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, alongside psychological assessments. With 14 years of experience in the Veterans Affairs system, she specializes in LGBTQ+ mental health and women’s issues (pregnancy, parenthood, perimenopause/menopause, imposter syndrome, life transitions), tailoring interventions to individual needs with a science-backed yet engaging approach (e.g., music, film, exercise).

With a Doctorate and two Master’s degrees in Clinical and Counseling Psychology (Nova Southeastern University, Boston College) and a Bachelor’s from Emory University, Dr. Levi is licensed in Florida and Nevada, bringing extensive experience and personalized care. Her leadership includes directing APA-accredited training programs at three VA Medical Centers and serving as Chief of Psychology at major hospitals. She has taught at the University of Miami and UNLV.

A published author with the FBI, Dr. Levi provides training in crisis intervention and forensic psychology, with publications in peer-reviewed journals. She is a public speaker on forensic psychology, academia, treatment, and military topics.

Valuing diverse cultures from living in Europe and major US cities, Dr. Levi is fluent in Italian and has functional Spanish. Outside of work, she enjoys making macarons, family time, distance running, reading, and her rescue dogs.

Dr. Levi-Minzi is trained in treating the following:

  • Adult ADHD
    • Women diagnosed as adults
  • Anxiety Disorders
    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Social Anxiety & performance anxiety
    • Panic Disorder and panic attacks
    • Phobias
    • Sleep disturbance
      • Insomnia
      • Nightmares
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Trauma & Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Women’s issues
    • Perimenopause/Menopause
    • Pregnancy
    • Empowerment
    • Imposter Syndrome
  • Relationship issues
    • Premarital counseling
    • Divorce therapy
    • Infidelity
  • Career Counseling
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Self-esteem
  • Sports/Athletic Performance
  • Stress
  • LGBTQ+ Issues
    • Health factors
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Family/Relationship Issues
  • Healthy Behaviors
    • Weight management

Types of Therapy Offered and Theoretical Orientation

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
  • Positive Psychology
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy- Couples
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing

Nevada License: PY1239

Florida License: PY8858

In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there’s something stronger – something better, pushing right back.
- Albert Camus
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