MEET DR. CAREY
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Dr. Carey Incledon ("Dr. Carey") is an immensely compassionate clinical psychologist (Licenses: CA #PSY31538; VA #0810006550) who is dedicated to the well-being of her clients. She specializes in treating issues related to depression, anxiety, traumatic stress (e.g., PTSD, issues related to childhood abuse), grief and loss, life transitions, and relationships.
Dr. Incledon earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with honors for research excellence from Pepperdine University's American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral program.
She is a Certified Gottman Therapist, and has advanced training in the use of psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), as well as group therapies. Her therapeutic approach is strength-based, client-centered, and collaborative. She integrates research evidence with clinical experience and individual client needs, always prioritizing a trusting and supportive working relationship.
In addition, Dr. Incledon completed a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry as the Outstanding Graduate of the School of Natural Sciences at California State University, Long Beach. For several years, she has also served as an adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University (Los Angeles) and/or the University of the West (Rosemead), teaching graduate-level courses in various areas including trauma and resiliency, group psychotherapy, lifespan development & aging, and dissertation research.
Dr. Incledon’s many years of clinical experience include completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship at Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services in Inglewood, as well as providing psychotherapy and/or formal assessment services to Curry Psychology Group in Newport Beach, the VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Family Service in Long Beach, Pepperdine Community Counseling Center in Irvine, and Santa Margarita Solutions Center in Rancho Santa Margarita. She was honored as Volunteer of the Year for her work with the Human Options domestic abuse emergency shelter in Orange County.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Incledon was the 2020 President of the Orange County Psychological Association in California, for which she was granted her the Orange PSI Award for Outstanding Leadership. She is also a member of the Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, the California Psychological Association, the American Psychological Association, and the National Registry of Health Service Providers.
MEET DR. CATHY
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Dr. Cathy Evangelatos earned a doctorate in clinical psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology, and a master’s in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. She has served on the board of the Orange County Psychological Association and has worked as an adjunct professor at Stanbridge College in Irvine, California, where she taught undergraduate courses in world religions, psychology, and cultural diversity.
Dr. Evangelatos’ clinical training includes completion of APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the National Psychology Training Consortium/Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, Missouri. In addition, she completed a two-year post-doctoral training program at Rose City Center in Pasadena where she received specialized training in psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed care and dream analysis, and worked with individuals and couples struggling with a wide spectrum of issues such as anxiety, depression, parenting problems, divorce, and relationship difficulties.
Dr. Evangelatos primarily takes a psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy and integrates other methods, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients grow toward health and wholeness. Dr. Evangelatos considers the relationship between past and present and examines problematic relationship patterns to create new life possibilities such as increased self-esteem, better use of talents and abilities, and an improved capacity for developing and maintaining satisfying relationships. She enjoys working with clients wanting to incorporate spirituality as part of psychotherapy, which provides an opportunity to treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, she has experience working with those who have suffered from harmful religious practices.
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Psychological Associate #PSB94024856
(Supervised by Dr. Carey Incledon)