Clinical Affairs Team

MentalHealth.com’s Clinical Affairs Team is made up of medical professionals with diverse expertise in psychiatry, psychotherapy, counseling, and social work. Dedicated to helping people achieve self-understanding and connection, the team ensures our content is consistently high-quality and up-to-date by leveraging the latest medical advances and treatment guidelines.

Dr. Jesse Hanson, PhD Dr. Jesse Hanson, Ph.D. Co-Founder, Clinical Director

Dr. Jesse Hanson, Ph.D., is a somatic psychologist with 20+ years of experience. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, specializing in somatic and neuropsychology, and a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Santa Barbara Graduate Institute.

Dr. Jenni Jacobsen, PhD Dr. Jenni Jacobsen, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer, Writer

Dr. Jenni Jacobsen, PhD is a medical reviewer, licensed social worker, and behavioral health consultant, holding a PhD in clinical psychology.

Brittany Ferri Dr. Brittany Ferri, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer

Dr. Brittany Ferri, PhD, is a medical reviewer and subject matter expert in behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth.

Dr. Lorraine Benuto, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer, Writer

Dr. Lorraine Benuto is a clinical psychologist and associate professor of clinical psychology, specializing in trauma, interpersonal violence, and PTSD.

Dr. Mark Dombeck, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer, Writer

Dr. Mark Dombeck is a trauma-informed psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in adult neurodiversity, couples therapy, and trauma and dissociation.

Dr. Tom Horvath, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer

A. Tom Horvath, Ph.D., a California licensed and board certified clinical psychologist (ABPP), is the founder and president of Practical Recovery, a self-empowering addiction treatment system in San Diego.

Dr. Brindusa Vanta, Ph.D. Medical Reviewer, Writer

Dr. Brindusa Vanta is a medical reviewer, focusing on many issues, including personality disorders, stress, anger, self-esteem, and more. She received her MD degree from Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine, Romania, and her HD diploma from OCHM, Canada.

Dr. Leila Khurshid Dr. Leila Khurshid, PharmD Medical Reviewer

Dr. Leila Khursid is a medical reviewer with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and completed a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency from St. Mark's Hospital.

Victoria Clarke Victoria Clarke Medical Reviewer

Victoria Clarke is a medical reviewer and a registered pediatric nurse specializing in child and adolescent mental health.

Morgan Blair Morgan Blair Medical Reviewer

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 Medical Reviewer

Rychel Johnson is a licensed professional counselor and medical reviewer with a Master's Degree in Psychology from The University of Kansas.

Tayler Hackett Tayler Hackett Medical Reviewer

Talyer Hackett is a medical writer and researcher with 10+ years of experience, holding B.A. in Psychology from the University of Liverpool.

jayna-nickert Jayna Nickert Medical Reviewer

Jayna Nickert is a medical writer with 10+ years of experience, holding an MA in counseling psychology and an MBA from National University.

Amy Shelby Amy Shelby Medical Reviewer

Amy Shelby is a medical reviewer with a B.A. in Psychology from Northwestern and an M.S. in Psychology from Chatham University.

Erin L. George Writer, Medical Reviewer

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 relationships and improve their mental and behavioral health.

Profile placeholder Dr. Harry Mills, Ph.D. (In remembrance)

Dr. Harry Mills is a Licensed Psychologist in Florida, providing behavioral and emotional consultations at Florida Hospital.

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