Irini Gouzos, Post-Doctoral Fellow

Dr. Irini Gouzos completed her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, and Master of Education in Human Sexuality from Widener University. Dr. Gouzos has worked with diverse individuals of different races, ethnicities, religions, age, and sexual orientations in a variety of settings including inpatient hospitals, and outpatient practices. Dr. Gouzos approaches clients from a relational and insight oriented standpoint, believing that both the relationship the client has with the self, with people in their life, along with the relationship established between therapist and client, are integral aspects of treatment and progress. She uses a variety of techniques and methods (including but not limited to cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectic behavioral therapy, and mindfulness) and will tailor the therapeutic treatment to match a client’s strengths and desired goals. Dr. Gouzos completed one of her internships at the exclusive Keystone Extended Care Unit, in Chester, PA where she worked with individuals struggling with sexual compulsivity and trauma; this placement fostered her interest in working with individuals that struggle in relationships, and adult attachments. Dr. Gouzos has experience working with couples, partners and individuals presenting with a variety of concerns including complex trauma, addiction, mood/adjustment disorders and personality disorders. In addittion, Dr. Gouzos specializes in sex therapy and works with sexual health concerns, sexual disorders/dysfunctions, and relational sexuality concerns. Dr. Gouzos grew up in Greece and thus is fluent in Greek, both written and spoken, and welcomes the chance to work with Greek speaking clients.