Psychology
Dr. Catherine Harris
Catherine Harris, Psy.D., is a Licensed Psychologist with extensive experience in forensic, correctional, and clinical settings. She holds a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) and a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Forensic Psychology from Alliant International University/California School of Professional Psychology, as well as a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology from the University of Miami. Her training includes a Post-doctoral Fellowship at Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center and a Pre-doctoral Internship with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. She also completed the Center for Psychedelic Therapist & Research Certificate program at the California Institute of Integral Studies.
- Suicidality and Crisis Intervention: Including psychedelic-informed suicide risk assessments.
- Forensic Assessments: Expertise in court-appointed evaluations for competency, sanity, grave disability, arson-related psychological issues, and federal criminal cases.
- Correctional and State Hospital Psychology: Significant experience in leading treatment teams and facilitating programs for individuals in the Sex Offender Treatment Program and those in administrative segregation units.
- Clinical Supervision and Quality Management: Providing clinical supervision for pre- and post-doctoral clinicians and developing quality management procedures within mental health services.
- Neuropsychology: Performing assessments for head trauma, CVAs, TBIs, and dementias in rehabilitation settings.
- Commitment to timely and thorough report delivery
- Easy scheduling with quick appointment availability
- Comprehensive medical evaluations and detailed reports tailored to meet legal needs
Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Forensic Psychology
- Institution: Alliant International University/California School of Professional Psychology, Center for Forensic Studies
- Completion: August 2007
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Forensic Psychology
- Institution: Alliant International University/California School of Professional Psychology, Center for Forensic Studies
- Completion: July 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology (Minor in Chemistry)
- Institution: University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences
- Completion: May 2001
Post-Graduate Training
- Post-doctoral Fellowship: Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center (August 2007–October 2008)
- Pre-doctoral Internship: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California Correctional Institute (August 2006–July 2007)
- Certificate Program: Center for Psychedelic Therapist & Research Certificate program, California Institute of Integral Studies (October 2024–June 2025)
- Graduate Coursework: Completed all courses, thesis paper, and final project towards a Masters in Public Health degree, Brandman University (2009–2012)
- Owner and CEO of ABO Psychological Corporation (March 2025–Present), a practice focused on suicidality, training, and forensic assessments.
- Staff Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor at Alpha Behavioral Counseling Center, Inc. (June 2013–Present), providing court assessments and clinical supervision.
- Serving in multiple senior roles, including Senior Psychologist, Specialist and Licensed Psychologist, at the California Department of State Hospitals and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, where she acted as Chief Psychologist (Acting).
- Working as a Faculty Adjunct in Psychology for Brandman University (January 2012–June 2022), teaching courses such as Research Methods and Psychological Assessment.
- Providing comprehensive mental status and psychological evaluations for disability claims with Megalithic Psychology (November 2024-Present).