Portrait of Dr. Sonia Javani, PsyD, Director of Practicum and Internship Training at Healthy Mind Specialists

Dr. Sonia Javani, PsyD

Director of Practicum and Internship Training

Dr. Sonia Javani, PsyD, Director of Practicum and Internship Training

Creating a reflective, authentic space where developing clinicians can grow with confidence and purpose.

As a psychologist and clinical supervisor, I'm passionate about creating a reflective, authentic space where developing clinicians can grow with confidence and purpose. I approach supervision much like I approach clinical work, with curiosity, compassion, and a belief in the importance of self-awareness and connection.

My approach to supervision is collaborative and reflective. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic theory, not just as treatment frameworks, but as tools for deepening clinical understanding and sharpening conceptual thinking. I encourage trainees to cultivate their own voice as clinicians while honoring the values of cultural humility, compassion, and evidence-based care.

Above all, I strive to show up with radical genuineness. Supervision is a collaborative process, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside others as they grow, not just in skill, but in confidence, insight, and clarity.