Asia Cito, Psy.D.
Dr. Cito (she/her) is a postdoctoral psychology fellow, currently supervised by Dr. Elena Zagarskas, Psy.D. Dr. Cito provides therapy for individuals aged 18 and up with a holistic approach that is aware of the systemic, cultural, and familial impact on individual well-being. Dr. Cito enjoys working with the emerging adulthood population and with individuals who are experiencing life-cycle transitions. Dr. Cito approach is integrative with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems framework to target skills to help clients grow as a person. Dr. Cito provides culturally sensitive care to individuals of all different backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender expressions. As a Third Culture Kid, Dr. Cito also enjoys working with individuals who have recently immigrated or who are experiencing acculturation difficulties.
Dr. Cito earned her B.A. in Psychology and Medical Anthropology from Case Western Reserve University and her M.S. in Clinical Psychology and Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. Her previous work includes work in an inpatient psychiatric unit, at the Ronald McDonald House where she supported individuals whose children were ill, and most recently completed her APA accredited internship at Case Western Reserve University in the University Health and Counseling center where she supported undergraduate and graduate students.
Contact
Position:
Postdoctoral Psychology Fellow
Address:
8224 Mentor Ave, Suite 208
Mentor Ohio 44060
Email:
acito@behavioralwellnessgroup.com
Phone:
440-392-2222 EXT 870
Fax:
440-565-2349
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