ELENA WELSH, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist located in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Welsh received her doctorate degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and completed advanced clinical training through a postdoctoral fellowship at Gateways Psychiatric Hospital in Los Angeles. Dr. Welsh has worked with a wide range of clients, including individuals who have experienced trauma, and folks dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and psychosis. She specializes in science-informed self-help books and has also published articles in various medical and research journals. Dr. Welsh has also served as a consultant for statewide initiatives aimed at increasing trauma-informed care and as an adjunct faculty member For various universities in Los Angeles. For more information about Dr. Welsh's work, go to: https://www.drelenawelsh.com/ or follow along on Instagram at @drelenaw.