Welcome to Clinical Affairs — where experienced professionals provide authoritative insights into the field of mental health. Discover clear, reliable information on clinical guidelines, therapeutic approaches, and evidence-based strategies that advance understanding and support in mental health care.
Meet Our Clinical Affairs Team
Our clinical affairs team ensures high-quality mental health information.
Brittany Ferri, Ph.D.
Brittany Ferri, Ph.D., is a medical reviewer and subject matter expert in behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth.
Tayler Hackett
Talyer Hackett is a medical writer and researcher with 10+ years of experience, holding B.A. in Psychology from the University of Liverpool.
Jenni Jacobsen, Ph.D.
Jenni Jacobsen, Ph.D. is a licensed social worker, behavioral health consultant and medical reviewer. She holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology.
Jayna Nickert
Jayna Nickert is a medical writer with 10+ years of experience, holding an MA in counseling psychology and an MBA from National University.
Leila Khurshid, Pharm.D.
Leila Khursid is a medical reviewer with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency from St. Mark's Hospital.
Morgan Blair
Morgan Blair is a licensed therapist, writer and medical reviewer, holding a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Northwestern University.
Rychel Johnson
Rychel Johnson is a licensed professional counselor and medical reviewer with a Master's Degree in Psychology from The University of Kansas.
Victoria Clarke
Victoria Clarke, RN, is a medical reviewer and registered pediatric nurse specializing in child and adolescent mental health.
Amy Shelby
Amy Shelby is a medical reviewer with a B.A. in Psychology from Northwestern and an M.S. in Psychology from Chatham University.
Dr. Brindusa Vanta
Dr. Brindusa Vanta is a writer and medical reviewer specializing in personality disorders, stress, anger, and self-esteem. She holds an MD from Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine in Romania and a diploma in homeopath
Erin L. George
Erin L. George, MFT, holds a master's degree in family therapy with a focus on group dynamics in high-risk families. As a court-appointed special advocate for children, she is dedicated to helping families rebuild relati
Mark Vigil Dombeck, Ph.D.
Mark Dombeck, Ph.D. is a trauma-informed psychologist with over 30 years of experience helping people navigate mental health challenges.
Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Shivani Kharod, Ph.D. is a medical reviewer with over 10 years of experience in delivering scientifically accurate health content.
Holly Schiff, Psy.D.
Holly Schiff, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, young adults, and their families.
Jesse Hanson, Ph.D.
Jesse Hanson, Ph.D., is a somatic psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in clinical psychology and neuropsychology.
Carlos Protzel, Psy.D.
Carlos Protzel, Psy.D., LCSW, is a PSYPACT-certified psychologist with 25+ years of experience. He specializes in integrative care using evidence-based and humanistic therapies.
Susanna Calvert, Ph.D.
Susanna Calvert, Ph.D., is a transformational guide and educator with over 25 years of experience in mental health, spiritual resilience, and leadership.