I am a Licensed Psychology Associate in Maryland and doctoral extern working under the supervision of Dr. Allyson Kett. I am an aspiring clinical psychologist currently pursuing my doctoral degree at Stevenson University, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026. I have a robust educational background, having completed my Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the same institution. I am dedicated to a theoretical orientation that emphasizes interpersonal empathy and cultural sensitivity, integrating approaches from CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and family-based therapy. I am caring, compassionate, and love collaborating with my clients to help them reach their goals.
Professional Experience
I am dedicated to a theoretical orientation that emphasizes interpersonal empathy and cultural sensitivity, integrating approaches from CBT, TF-CBT, ACT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and family-based therapy. My clinical experience includes working as a psychology extern at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital and the University of Maryland Medical Center, where I assess and treat children with various mental health concerns. My commitment to understanding and addressing the complex intersections of cultural identities, family dynamics, and individual resilience guides my
therapeutic practice. As a Hispanic individual from a first-generation immigrant family from Guatemala, I bring a
personal understanding of cultural dynamics to my work. I enjoy working with all ages and families facing a range of presenting problems, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, separation-anxiety disorder, adjustment disorders, OCD, specific phobia, autism, ADHD, and family dynamics.
Life Outside the Office
I live in Edgewater, MD on a farmstead with my family. We sell our vegetables and eggs at our local farmers market. We currently have about 55 chickens, 2 rooster named Henry and Russell, 9 ducks, and a goose named Honey. We also have a pet cat named Spud and a pet dog named Raven. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, doing arts and crafts, crocheting, sewing, hiking, swimming, and of course, binge watching Netflix.
Ethel started her psychology externship at Waypoint in the summer of 2024. After her maternity leave this summer, she will be staying with Waypoint for another year for an advanced externship experience! She works in the Severna Park and Annapolis location and she also provides telehealth services. She is credentialed with Carefirst insurance.