

Amy Porter, PSY.D
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience currently serving the Santa Clarita Valley.
My areas of focus include:
- Substance abuse problems
- Mood Disorders
- Interpersonal problems and conflict resolution
- Behavioral Disturbances
- Psychotic Spectrum Disorders
Approaches I utilize:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy


My breadth of experience is grounded in empirically based treatment methods which cater to a broad range of presenting problems for individuals, couples, and families.
Credentials
2019
National Health Service Psychologist Registry
2009
California State Licensure for Clinical Psychology
2006
Neuropsychological Assessment Certification
Education
2002 — 2006
Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology
1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Credentials
2019
National Health Service
Psychologist Registry
Registrant ID 57059
2009
California State Licensure for Clinical Psychology
#PSY22687
2006
Neuropsychological Assessment Certification
University of California, Berkeley, Extension Program
Education
2002-2006
Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology
Argosy University
San Francisco Bay Area (APA-Accredited)
1999-2002
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of Alabama
Professional, business, and personal recommendations are available upon request.
Experience
2009 — Present
Private Practice in Clinical Psychology
2017 — Present
Senior Psychologist Supervisor
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California State Prison, Los Angeles County
2015 — 2017
Senior Psychologist Specialist
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California State Prison, Los Angeles County
2007 — 2015
Staff Psychologist
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California State Prison, Los Angeles County
2006 — 2007
Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Outpatient Programs
Mount Sinai Hospital
2005 — 2006
Forensic Treatment Program Predoctoral Intern (APPIC Accredited)
Elgin Mental Health Center
2004 — 2005
Advanced Practicum Student (APPIC Accredited)
Portia Bell Hume Behavioral Health & Training Center, Outpatient Services and Assessment Departments
2004 — 2005
Psychotherapist and Supervisory Training
Argosy University Intensive Clinic
2003 — 2004
Practicum Student
14th Street Clinic & Medical Group, Detoxification and Outreach Departments
2002 — 2003
Observation Team
Argosy University Intensive Clinic
2002 — 2003
Mental Health Counselor Adolescent, Dual Disorder, Residential Treatment Program
Fred Finch Youth Center