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Dr. Floyd earned a doctor of clinical psychology with a focus on marginalized groups navigating acculturation.  After graduation and joining a therapy practice, her interests in people of color working in high achieving careers increased.​A common theme noticed during sessions are individuals expressing cultural and identity conflict from colleagues and upper management.  

 

These conversations led to an interest exploring racial and gendered discrimination for individuals in white collar careers. Many of Dr. Floyd's clients identify as Black, Hispanic, East Asian, and South Asian working as engineers, lawyers,  psychologists, scientists, surgeons, and more.

 

​​She has also developed and led workshops, along with being panelist for private and large organizations.  She makes an effort to incorporate open dialogue, decrease tension, and identify ways for colleagues to have a cohesive environment.

About Dr. Floyd

Education

William James College

Doctor of Clinical Psychology                                                      Concentration: Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience

Dissertation: Family Cultural Agreement and Conflict In The Outlook of Chinese American Young Adults

Chairperson: Bruce Ecker, PhD. 

Boston College, Lynch School of Education 

Master of Arts in Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology, Concentration: Community Psychology and Social Justice  

           

Certificate in Human Rights and International Justice

Thesis Advisor: Dr. Julia DeVoy, PhD. Thesis (Passed with Distinction): Cognitive Development and Environmental Consequences on Children Living in Low Socioeconomic Households and Academic Achievement 

Southern Connecticut State University 

Master of Arts in Psychology 

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in African-American Studies

Get in touch

To reach out and schedule a session, please fill out the form and I will get back to you within  24 hours

Email: dr.ava@avafloyd.com

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