STACY BEMIS, PSYD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY 33634)
Dr. Stacy Bemis is a licensed clinical psychologist in California. Her private practice is located in Orange County, and she provides telehealth services to adults aged 18 to 64.
Dr. Bemis offers potential clients a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. During this call, clients can get a sense of what it’s like to work with Dr. Bemis and determine if they are a good fit. Dr. Bemis is also happy to help clients navigate the process of starting therapy and answer any questions they may have.
EDUCATION
California School of Professional Psychology
Los Angeles Campus
APA-Accredited Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology
University of Southern California
Major: Social Sciences/Psychology
PsyD
BA
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
​Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Adult Outpatient Psychiatry, CBT/DBT Clinic
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APA-Accredited Postdoctoral Fellowship
CA Dept. of State Hospitals-Metropolitan
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Staff Psychologist and APA-Accredited Internship
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
The Saban Research Institute
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Neuropsychology Department
Kaiser Permanente, Orange County
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Adult Outpatient Psychiatry
Morris Clinic, Inc.
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Clinical & Forensic Evaluations
Sylmar Health & Rehabilitation Center
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Institution for Mental Disease (IMD)
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Alhambra Unified School District
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Gateway to Success Program
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Psychological Association (APA)
Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)
The International Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (IACBT)
Dr. Bemis has extensive experience providing psychotherapy to diverse populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She worked as a staff psychologist in the public sector at the CA Department of State Hospitals-Metropolitan, where she conducted psychological assessments and offered individual and group therapy to adults in need of long-term inpatient care due to severe mental illness. Additionally, she performed competency evaluations for individuals under PC 1370 (Incompetent to Stand Trial) and led specialized treatment programs to help patients acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively participate in court.
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Dr. Bemis also underwent intensive training during the rigorous APA-accredited postdoctoral fellowship at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where she supervised the Adult Outpatient Psychiatry CBT/DBT clinic. As Assistant Clinical Director, she oversaw graduate trainees and facilitated research dissemination projects for undergraduate students. Her clinical training encompasses the implementation of evidence-based treatments (EBTs) such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), standard dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), DBT-ACES, cognitive behavioral analysis system of psychotherapy (CBASP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Furthermore, Dr. Bemis has advanced training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as CBT for psychosis (CBTp).
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Aligned with the principles of the EBTs mentioned above, Dr. Bemis maintains an egalitarian therapeutic stance, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative client-therapist alliance. She embodies a warm, non-judgmental, and culturally responsive approach, creating a safe space for clients to share their deepest vulnerabilities. She occasionally integrates humor to normalize her clients' experiences. Dr. Bemis validates their emotions and gently navigates the exploration of alternative thoughts. Moreover, she values constructive feedback from her clients, believing that establishing a genuine and authentic relationship fosters trust and provides opportunities for learning and growth. Dr. Bemis collaborates with you as a team to ensure that you are both aligned and that every effort made is a step toward transformative healing.