Ingrid Nkongho, Psychologist & New Moms Group Facilitator, PsyD

Ingrid Nkongho, PsyD, is highly experienced in assisting patients with a variety of mental health challenges, including life transitions, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and complex trauma. Dr. Nkongho leverages a combination of theory-informed psychoanalysis, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy to assist her patients.

Dr. Nkongho earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology/Alliant International University. Previously, she had completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Skidmore College and New York University. She is well-versed in intercultural communication, having completed her clinical training in the US and Hong Kong in school, university counseling, community mental health, outpatient hospital, and private counseling settings. She completed her postdoctoral training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at National Institute for the Psychotherapies. 

Dr. Nkongho completed further education in PMADs, grief, loss, and fertility-related distress at Seleni. She contributes her extensive knowledge and expertise as a psychologist and New Moms Group Facilitator. 

It can be easy to doubt yourself, especially when you start something new or difficult. What quote inspires you?

JUST DO IT. It's a bit cheesy, but, I like a simple mantra to untangle when feeling immobilized. It is action-oriented and encourages one to start. You can always modify. But start. Start where you are and see where it takes you. Full spotlight here.