Lucy Vo, Psy.D.

Dr. Lucy Vo, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of a private practice in Newport Beach, CA. Her practice specializes in providing comprehensive outpatient therapy for adolescents and adults facing challenges related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and mood concerns. She obtained her undergraduate degree from UCLA and earned her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. Dr. Vo's professional journey includes roles at the UCLA Early Childhood Partial Hospitalization Program and the Kasari Lab. Her early involvement with the UCLA PEERS^® team as a research assistant in 2009 marked the beginning of her enduring passion for social skills training, a theme that has remained central throughout her career. Dr. Vo is PEERS^® certified and is bilingual in Vietnamese and English. Throughout her training, Dr. Vo demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusivity in mental health care. She completed her predoctoral clinical internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Western Youth Services, a community mental health clinic that specializes in trauma-informed care for children, youth, and families. During this period, Dr. Vo developed expertise in various evidence-based treatments, including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Functional Family Therapy (FFT). Her passion is motivated by her interest in helping individuals learn how to navigate the social world in areas such as making friends, dating, career and stress-management.