​​​​Dr. Yolanda Adwoa, PhD

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My Mission

My mission is to walk alongside families of various cultural backgrounds as they navigate the extraordinary, often invisible work of living well—especially families experiencing physical health issues, disability, medical complexity, neurodivergence, and the psychological dimensions of food and family well-being. As a Doctor, I bring genuine compassion and deep respect to every person I serve.

My Story

I believe families deserve more than survival. They deserve to truly thrive.

That belief was shaped by five years as a Researcher at Cornell University,  where I led studies devoted to the health and well-being of families. It continues today as a Professor of Psychology and in my practice, where I support families navigating disability, medical complexity, neurodivergence, health-related challenges, and psychological needs.

As a mother who has personally navigated medical challenges during pregnancy and the journey of raising a child with medical complexity, I bring both scholarly expertise and lived understanding to every family I serve.

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Ph.D. in Psychology—Health Psychology specialization, over a decade of  advanced graduate training and research devoted to the health and well-being of families​

 

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To learn more about my additional training, clinical graduate education, certifications, and to learn how we can work together, please book your free consultation.

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Research and Academic

Research Scientist—Current

Professor of Psychology—Current

View some of my research—ORCID

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Professional Affiliations

• American Psychological Association

• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy

• National Association of Christian Counselors

• American Autism Association

• IAEDP—International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals

• American College of Lifestyle Medicine

• National Council on Family Relations

• Society for Health Psychology

• Society for Pediatric Psychology

• Psychology Today Verified Provider

Faith and Values
My work is rooted in a deep faith that every family has the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive. I meet every family with compassion, cultural respect, and the conviction that lasting change is always possible.

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My faith in God informs the compassion, humility, and hope I bring to my work. I honor each family's values, beliefs, culture, and lived experiences as I walk alongside them with respect and care.

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