BRIDGET KROMREY
Summary
Licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in comprehensive psychological assessments and evidence-based trauma-informed care. Expertise in crisis intervention and international disaster psychology, complemented by leadership and mentorship skills. Proven ability to build relationships, foster resilience, and facilitate effective decision-making within complex systems and teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Psychologist and Program Director of Adult and Couples Services
Birch Psychology
Denver, CO
10.2022 - Current
- Provide strategic and clinical leadership for adult and couples services within a psychology group practice.
- Support growth and quality of adult behavioral health services while managing six licensed clinicians and supervising one to two trainees annually.
- Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults to support diagnostic clarification and tailored recommendations.
- Deliver consultation to physicians, educators, attorneys, and community providers, translating complex psychological findings into actionable recommendations.
- Specialization in assessment and treatment planning for neurodevelopmental disorders, trauma, mood disorders, pre-employment readiness, and complex diagnostic presentations.
- Provide evidence-based psychotherapy focusing on complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, pain, relationships, life transitions, and strengths-based identity development.
APA Predoctoral Intern & Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted comprehensive and brief psychological assessments and therapy in inpatient and outpatient settings, including oncology, primary care, pediatric and adult psychology.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop integrated treatment plans.
- Provided interdisciplinary consultations for complex diagnostic decisions and coordinated behavioral health services.
- Executed crisis interventions and risk assessments across various care environments.
- Performed pre-surgical assessments to evaluate psychological readiness for treatment.
- Supervised psychology trainees, enhancing resident education programs and quality improvement initiatives.
Doctoral Psychology Practicum
Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Association Medical Center
Denver, Colorado
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided individual psychotherapy, assessment, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and interdisciplinary behavioral healthcare for Veterans on an inpatient mental health unit.
- Facilitated psycho-educational and process- oriented group therapy focusing on suicidal thoughts, substance use recovery, effective relationships, and trauma recovery.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers while developing expertise in trauma-informed care, evidence-based psychotherapy, and military culture.
Practicum in Pediatric Pain Psychology
Children's Hospital of Colorado: Pain Management Service
Aurora, Colorado
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Behavioral health consultation and therapy within a pediatric medical setting, emphasizing chronic illness, pain management, family systems, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Provided brief diagnostic and mental status assessments to inform treatment planning and support diagnostic clarity.
Practicum at Denver County Jail
Denver County Jail
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered evidence-based individual and group therapy, including DBT and psycho-educational groups, within a correctional setting.
- Conducted crisis interventions and risk assessments to mitigate immediate behavioral and safety issues.
- Collaborated with correctional officers, social workers, and psychiatrists to coordinate care and develop effective treatment plans.
International Intern
Transcultural Psychosocial Organization (TPO), Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with a five-member team to address the mental health needs of Khmer Rouge survivors and their families.
- Contributed to program development around trauma-informed care and provided clinical feedback during group therapy and workshops.
Education
Doctorate - Clinical Psychology
University of Denver
Denver, Colorado08-2021
Master of Arts - International Disaster Psychology
University of Denver
Denver, Colorado06-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado05-2012
Italian language, culture, and history studies -
University of Ferrara
Ferrara, Italy 01.2011 - 05.2011
Skills
- Psychological Assessment
- Trauma & Disaster Psychology
- Clinical Leadership
- Program Development
- Evidence-Based Therapy (ACT, DBT, CBT)
- Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessment
- Health Psychology
- Multidisciplinary Team Coordination and Consultation
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist, State of Colorado | License #5913
- Cognitive Processing Therapy Certificate
- Psychological First Aid Certification
- American Psychological Association (APA) | Member
- Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) | Granted by PSYPACT Commission | Mobility # 12832
Scholarship and Professional Contributions
- Research related to military psychology, Veteran populations, and human performance in extreme environments.
- Editorial work with the Journal of Human Performance in Extreme Environments.
- Graduate specialization in International Disaster Psychology, emphasizing disaster response, humanitarian mental health, trauma recovery, and community resilience.
- Graduate teaching, clinical supervision, interdisciplinary education, and professional presentations in the areas of trauma and health psychology.
Languages
- Italian, conversational (intermediate)
Timeline
Clinical Psychologist and Program Director of Adult and Couples Services
Birch Psychology
10.2022 - Current
APA Predoctoral Intern & Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Kansas Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2022
Doctoral Psychology Practicum
Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Association Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2020
Practicum in Pediatric Pain Psychology
Children's Hospital of Colorado: Pain Management Service
08.2018 - 07.2019
Practicum at Denver County Jail
Denver County Jail
09.2016 - 06.2017
International Intern
Transcultural Psychosocial Organization (TPO), Cambodia
06.2016 - 08.2016
Italian language, culture, and history studies -
University of Ferrara
01.2011 - 05.2011
Doctorate - Clinical Psychology
University of Denver
Master of Arts - International Disaster Psychology
University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado