About Dr. Dina Karvounides
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
EMDR
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Dina Karvounides
Dr. Dina Karvounides is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey. Her therapeutic approach integrates behavioral and insight-oriented modalities, allowing her to tailor care that honors the whole individual.
With 15 years of experience spanning academic medical centers, humanitarian work, private practice, contributions to chronic pain clinics, and psychedelically informed practices, she brings a wealth of clinical expertise.
Above all, Dr. Karvounides is a lifelong learner who values connection, community, and the healing power of therapeutic relationships. Her mission is to help individuals move toward greater internal freedom, self-understanding, and meaningful connection—with themselves, others, and overall purpose in life.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Certified in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy by the Polaris Insight Center and in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute, Dr. Karvounides supports individuals through preparation, medicine sessions, and integration for those pursuing these interventions to manage treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and trauma.
In addition to her training in mindfulness-based interventions through the University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Program for Mindfulness, Dr. Karvounides incorporates a range of evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
She holds expertise in working with individuals experiencing chronic pain and the emotional, relational, and functional impact that can occur with these conditions. In her private practice, she also works with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational challenges.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Her approach to your treatment involves a joint understanding of the changes you would like to see in your life. Dr. Karvounides utilizes evidence-based interventions including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), prolonged exposure (PE), exposure and response prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness based framework, and psychodynamic processes.
Dr. Karvounides is a lifelong learner who prioritizes the importance of connection and community which is vital to human health and growth. Her primary intention is to support you, step by step, as you work to regain a sense of connection with yourself and others.
Dr. Dina Karvounides is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Office location
Dr. Dina Karvounides, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University (Master's)
- Nationwide Children's Hospital, Postdoctoral Fellow, Pediatric Pain/Trauma
- Milwaukee Campus-Children's Wisconsin, Postdoctoral Fellow, Pediatric Chronic Pain
- The Ohio State University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- International Association for the Study of Pain
- American Headache Society
Awards and publications
- Karvounides D., Simpson, PM, Davies HW, Khan KA, Weisman SJ, Hainsworth KE (2016). Three studies supporting the initial validation of the stress numerical rating scale-11 (Stress NRS-11): A single-item measure of momentary stress for adolescents and adults. Pediatric Dimensions, 8(4), 105-109.
- Junghans-Rutelonis AN, Weiss KE, Tamula MA, Karvounides D, Harbeck-Weber C, Martin S (2017). Pediatric Pain Assessment Methods and Interventions Used by Mental Health Providers: A Survey by the Pain Special Interest Group of the Society of Pediatric Psychology. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice (48)6, 445-452.
- Hall AL, Karvounides D, Gelfand AA, Mankin H, Kessel S, Corroco J, Malavolta CP, Pezzuto T, Chadehumbe M, Szperka CL (2019). Improving the Patient Experience with Migraine Camp, a one-day group intervention for adolescents with chronic headache and their parents. Headache, 0;1-9.
NPI number
1023202710
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Dina Karvounides?
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Is Dr. Dina Karvounides accepting new patients?
Dr. Dina Karvounides generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Karvounides's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Dina Karvounides accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Dina Karvounides online?
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What practice does Dr. Dina Karvounides work with?
Dr. Dina Karvounides works with Mystic Health.
Where is Dr. Dina Karvounides's office located?
Dr. Dina Karvounides has 2 office locations, including in Santa Monica and Markleeville, view full addresses on Dr. Karvounides's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dina Karvounides?
Dr. Dina Karvounides frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dina Karvounides on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Dina Karvounides speak?
Dr. Dina Karvounides speaks English.