Kia Watkins PsyD

Dr. Kia A. Watkins is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Arizona with extensive clinical training working within a variety of settings including a residential substance treatment facility, inpatient psychiatric hospital, private practice, college wellness centers, and community mental health clinics. She specializes in treating depressive and anxiety disorders, complex developmental trauma such as childhood sexual abuse and neglect, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), grief/bereavement, religious and spirituality concerns, gender and sexuality, and marital and relationship distress. Dr. Watkins' areas of expertise include working with individuals with race-based trauma, minority stress, intersectional identities, adverse childhood experiences, and identity conflict. Dr. Watkins' approach to psychotherapy emphasizes establishing a meaningful and unique connection with each of her clients through profound empathy, unconditional acceptance, compassionate curiosity, and encouragement. She values holistic care and journeying with her clients to re-affirm a sense of belonging, meaning, and purpose in life.

• Arizona, PsyD, PSY-005494