Joanna Benavidez Psychologist Ph.D.

Dr. Joanna R. Benavidez is a licensed clinical psychologist. She has her Ph.D. in clinical psychology, and she is a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP). Dr. Benavidez completed her internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Scripps Clinic Medical Group (SCMG) in San Diego, California. She is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA). Dr. Benavidez is the owner of a private practice in San Diego that focuses on providing presurgical psychological evaluations and works in cooperation with local hospitals to help individuals prepare for surgery.

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