Meet Dr. Rosy
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Rosy Benedicto, Ph.D., ABPP | Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Rosy (she/her) is a board-certified clinical psychologist who provides culturally-responsive and highly effective psychological care for trauma, anxiety, and sleep issues. She has expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches, with specialized training in treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety disorders, insomnia, substance use and relationship difficulties. She is also skilled in helping individuals effectively navigate life stressors, challenges and transitions.
Dr. Rosy’s therapeutic approach emphasizes tailoring evidence-based practices to fit clients’ unique individual needs to maximize the effectiveness of psychotherapy. She is deeply passionate about serving as a psychologist and is honored to work alongside her clients to help them heal and grow.
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Expert care.
Dr. Rosy received her bachelor’s degree from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and earned her M.A. and Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She completed an APA-accredited psychology internship, as well as a postdoctoral fellowship specializing in trauma psychology at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, where she is now a staff psychologist. Dr. Rosy is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Department of Psychology.She has co-authored peer-reviewed publications and presented her research at conferences on topics such as family violence, adult and childhood trauma, substance abuse, emotional regulation and aggression. Her research has been funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). She has been a reviewer for several clinical journals, and is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. Dr. Rosy is also very dedicated to clinical training/supervision and is a clinical supervisor for psychology practicum students, interns, and postdoctoral fellows.Specialized in high quality treatments that work
Board Certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology
The American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) grants board certification, one of the highest distinctions in clinical psychology, to licensed psychologists who demonstrate an advanced level of competency and experience in their service specialty. Dr. Rosy is one of only 10 ABPP board-certified behavioral and cognitive psychologists in Los Angeles, CA. Behavioral and cognitive therapies have been proven to be one of the most effective mental health treatments, particularly when individualized for each unique person.
Certified in treatments clinically proven to work with lasting results
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for InsomniaCognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
Prolonged Exposure therapy for PTSD
Certified consultant in Prolonged Exposure therapy for PTSD through Emory University's PE consultant training program
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Los Angeles, CA
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