Anjali Connors, Psy. D.
Folsom
Summary
Conscientious and empathetic Licensed Psychologist with several years of working with and individuals to facilitate growth and change. Skilled in assessment, diagnosis and development of care plans to recommend and provide appropriate treatment for behavioral and psychological disorders.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychologist
The Holistic Counseling Center
El Dorado Hills
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress towards goals set by clinicians.
- Supervised interns learning clinical psychology techniques from an experienced practitioner's perspective.
Clinical Psychologist
Kaiser Permanente
Folsom
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and trauma.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs.
- Reviewed medical charts or legal documents related to a patient's case history prior to providing treatment services.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress towards goals set by clinicians.
- Attended continuing education conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in clinical psychology.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatment options.
- Assessed risk factors for suicide or self-harm behaviors among clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of urgent assistance.
- Offered referrals to additional resources such as support groups or community organizations when appropriate.
- Executed testing procedures for ADHD diagnosis
- Led psychoeducational groups on wellness.
Clinical Psychologist
Acacia Counseling Center
Davis
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs.
Clinical Psychologist
Private Practice, Self Employed
Sacramento
10.2001 - 10.2018
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals, couples and families to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatment options.
- Assessed risk factors for suicide or self-harm behaviors among clients.
Clinical Supervisor
The Place Within
Folsom
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Supervised and provided case consultation for interns in the process of getting licensed.
Clinical Psychologist
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento
02.2006 - 01.2011
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with students, faculty and staff to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress towards goals set by clinicians.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of urgent assistance.
- Provided individualized assessments of clients' psychological functioning, including cognitive ability testing and personality assessment.
- Supervised interns learning clinical psychology techniques from an experienced practitioner's perspective.
- Developed specialized programs tailored towards meeting the unique needs of specific populations such as sexual abuse survivors.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as stress management, anger management and coping skills.
Care Manager
Northern California Behavioral Health
Sacramento
05.2001 - 10.2001
- Reviewed facility based treatments: psychiatric and chemical dependency programs.
- Concurrent reviews with facilities for treatment planning, step-downs and discharge planning.
- Reviewed outpatient treatment reports and communicated with clinicians regarding treatment planning, for the purpose of authorizing treatment.
- Took crisis calls that came into the center.
Clinical Psychologist
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento
08.1999 - 05.2001
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals, couples and families to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, diagnosis and treatments in accordance with professional standards.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders and trauma.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing patient progress towards goals set by clinicians.
- Assessed risk factors for suicide or self-harm behaviors among clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of urgent assistance.
- Provided individualized assessments of clients' psychological functioning, including cognitive ability testing and personality assessment.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as stress management and eating disorders.
- Provided testing for Learning Disabilities and ADHD.
- Supervised interns learning clinical psychology techniques from an experienced practitioner's perspective.
Intake Counselor, Case Manager
United Behavioral Health
San Francisco
02.1998 - 10.1999
- Evaluated level of care needed for members and made appropriate referrals.
- Provided crisis intervention to members and make referrals to outpatient and inpatient treatments.
- Reviewed facility based and outpatient treatment and provided authorization for care.
- Trained new staff on procedures.
Postoctoral Fellowship
Whittier College
Whittier
08.1996 - 06.1997
- Provided therapy and crisis intervention to students.
- Developed and implemented programs on relaxation, body image and stress management.
- Supervised predoctoral interns when Director was out of the office.
- Provided crisis intervention for students on an on call basis.
- Wrote grants for campus wellness programs.
Pain Management Specialist
Comprehensive Pain Management Center
Valencia
09.1995 - 02.1996
- Conducted biofeedback sessions for patients with chronic pain.
- Taught progressive relaxation and pain focused imagery techniques to patients.
- Led relaxation and pain management educational groups.
Psychology Intern
Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills
09.1994 - 06.1995
- Conducted individual psychotherapy sessions with clients, utilizing evidence-based practices.
- Monitored client progress through documentation of clinical notes and treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and psychological assessments for individuals in need of mental health services.
- Co-led therapy groups.
- Administered and scored psychological assessments.
Psychology Intern
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa
08.1993 - 05.1994
- Conducted intake interviews with clients to assess their mental health needs.
- Provided therapy for students struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety.
- Engaged in professional development activities including attending workshops and seminars relevant to psychology field.
- Assisted in the development of psychological assessment tools, including administering and scoring tests.
Psychology Practicum Student
Santa Anita Family Services
Monrovia
09.1992 - 07.1993
- Provided therapy for adults, children and families - was supervised by a licensed psychologist.
- Conducted Intake Assessments and provided referrals.
- Co-led eating disorder groups and parenting classes.
Education
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
The California School of Professional Psychology
Alhambra, CA06-1995
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
The California School of Professional Psychology
Alhambra, CA06-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-1989
Skills
- Psychological assessment
- Diagnosis of mental health conditions
- Psychological report writing
- Reviewing medical records
- Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team
- Psychotherapy using an Integrated approach of evidenced-based treatment models
- Treatment planning
- Risk assessment
- Clinical supervision
- Written and oral communication skills
License Informaton & Additional Skills
- California Psychologist License No. Psy 16017; 1998-present
- Certified as a yoga teacher, meditation/mindfulness teacher, and breathwork coach.
Timeline
Psychologist
The Holistic Counseling Center
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Psychologist
Kaiser Permanente
07.2022 - 01.2025
Clinical Psychologist
Acacia Counseling Center
09.2020 - 06.2022
Clinical Supervisor
The Place Within
02.2017 - 03.2018
Clinical Psychologist
California State University, Sacramento
02.2006 - 01.2011
Clinical Psychologist
Private Practice, Self Employed
10.2001 - 10.2018
Care Manager
Northern California Behavioral Health
05.2001 - 10.2001
Clinical Psychologist
California State University, Sacramento
08.1999 - 05.2001
Intake Counselor, Case Manager
United Behavioral Health
02.1998 - 10.1999
Postoctoral Fellowship
Whittier College
08.1996 - 06.1997
Pain Management Specialist
Comprehensive Pain Management Center
09.1995 - 02.1996
Psychology Intern
Kaiser Permanente
09.1994 - 06.1995
Psychology Intern
Orange Coast College
08.1993 - 05.1994
Psychology Practicum Student
Santa Anita Family Services
09.1992 - 07.1993
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
The California School of Professional Psychology
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
The California School of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Santa Barbara
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