Julia Tordo, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student
Meet Julia Tordo, a doctoral student pursuing her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Boston University and a master's degree in clinical psychology from The Chicago School. Julia works under the direct supervision of Dr. Neda Safvati, PsyD. #PSY25346.
Julia began her clinical work at the LA County Department of Mental Health, working with foster youth of all ages. She also previously worked as a Developmental Specialist with infants and toddlers with developmental delays, complex medical conditions, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. She has experience with diverse clients, addressing neurodiversity, trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and life transition struggles. She has also led therapeutic play groups for toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers, with a focus on social skills and sensory integration.
Julia is a passionate advocate for the disabled community and uses her lived experience with mobility challenges to inform her work with clients of all backgrounds. She is passionate about supporting clients and families in achieving well-being through reduced stigma and equity-focused practice. She is passionate about helping clients embrace and celebrate all their identities. Her doctoral dissertation aims to create a program for foster youth to be accurately screened for neurodevelopmental conditions early enough to access the full breadth of services and avoid the negative mental health outcomes associated with late diagnosis.