Alexis Johns, PhD

Psychologist

Attending Physician

Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Keck School of Medicine of USC

Summary
Research
Locations

Clinical Interests

Group therapy for children and families in Division of Plastic Surgery; Long-term development in craniosynostosis; Coordinating psychosocial intervention within medical team care; Enhancing positive adjustment, self-esteem, coping skills, and social skills with children and families in Craniofacial team

Education

Medical School:

University of Southern California

Internship:

Didi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center; Catholic Charities; Children's Hospital Los Angeles: Pediatric Psychology

Fellowship:

Children's Hospital Los Angeles: Pediatric Psychology

Accomplishments

Professional Memberships:

American Psychological Association; American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association

Research Interests:

Psychosocial Effects of Microtia; Experiences of Latina Mothers of Children with Cancer; Anxiety Reduction in Nasalendoscopies; Effects of Group Interventions in Division of Plastic Surgery; Integrating Arts Programs into Medical Setting