Dr. Ladera Linn

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Service Areas: California, USA

Availability: Currently accepting new clients

Welcome, and thank you for being here. I’m Dr. Ladera Linn, the founder of Opal Psychological.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California specializing in behavioral medicine. I was trained in Health Psychology, which focuses on how biological, psychological, and social factors influence health and illness. I explore the connection between mental and physical well-being, helping individuals manage stress, cope with chronic conditions, and adopt healthier lifestyles.

I often collaborate with medical professionals to promote holistic care, improve treatment outcomes, and enhance quality of life.

I use a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approach, integrating CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness, and other evidence-based interventions to empower patients to achieve their health and wellness goals.

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Areas of Focus & Specialization

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Mood Disorders

  • Eating Disorders

  • Sleep health

  • Stress reduction

  • Weight management

  • Chronic pain management

  • Identity (minority stress, Native & Indigenous experiences)

  • Diabetes management

  • Chronic Illness management

  • Self-esteem, Body image, Body Dysmorphia

  • Trauma

  • Sexual Health

  • Women’s Health (pregnancy, postpartum care, menopause)

Populations Served

  • Individual Adults 18y/o +

  • BIPOC

  • AAPI

  • International, Immigrants

  • LGBTQIA2S+

Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-ED)

  • Mindfulness-based interventions (MBCT)

  • Positive Strengths-based Psychology

My Education & Training

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Health Psychology and have been in the mental health field since 2015. I’m passionate about providing individual and group therapy and conducting psychological assessments. I believe therapy should be as accessible and essential as primary care, dental visits, and other vital health services.

I earned my degree from Pacific University in Oregon and completed my internship at the Guam Behavioral Health & Wellness Center, where I conducted psychodiagnostic evaluations for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Later, I completed my Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Psychology at The Clinic of California.

I have worked in many settings, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, primary care, and hospital treatment settings.

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