Dr. Emily Livermore
Licensed Psychologist
Expertise:
Trauma, Complex Trauma, PTSD, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure
About
Dr. Livermore is a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY 32910) and Wyoming (872) specializing in evidence-based treatments for PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and anxiety. Her approach blends acceptance and emotional insight with action, helping people live more meaningful, values-driven lives.
She is certified in Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and trained in several other evidence-based modalities including DBT-PE, DBT for Complex PTSD, Written Exposure Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
In addition to her roles as Co-Founder and Clinical Psychologist at a trauma-focused group private practice called Summit Psychotherapy Center, she serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Stanford Department of Psychiatry, where she helps lead trauma-focused programs in the DBT and PTSD clinics and contributes to ongoing research on PTSD and BPD.
Professional Experience
Education & Training:
Postdoctoral Fellowship, Stanford Department of Psychiatry
Doctoral Internship, Sepulveda VA Medical Center
Masters of Science, PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium
Doctor of Psychology, PGSP-Stanford PsyD Consortium
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Stanford University
Current Roles:
Clinical Assistant Professor, Stanford Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Co-Founder and Clinical Psychologist, Summit Psychotherapy Center
Certifications:
Certified Provider & Consultant of Prolonged Exposure
Certified Provider of Cognitive Processing
If you've experienced trauma, this course can help you understand what you're going through and explore your treatment options. This course is designed specifically for people who are considering treatment for themselves. Our goal is to give you the knowledge and confidence to advocate for your own healing journey and find the right therapeutic approach for you.
Beyond Exposure: Building a Meaningful Life after PTSD Treatment
by Dr. Emily Livermore
This course is designed for individuals who have completed exposure-based treatment for PTSD and are ready to take the next step in their healing journey. You'll learn how to integrate the progress you've made in therapy into your daily life, cultivate acceptance of your trauma history, and build a meaningful life moving forward.